Awards Recognize Nation's Greenest Fleets
Denver International Airport earned top prize for efforts designed to improve critical operations at the nation’s second largest airport. October 24, 2025
By Dan Hounsell, Senior Editor?
The National Fleet Management Association (NAFA), recently announced the winners of its 2025 Green Fleet Awards, which recognize fleets that have significant operational initiatives that promote environmental sustainability.
This year’s top honor was awarded to the Denver International Airport, reflecting its efforts in reducing environmental impacts and promoting sustainability within its fleet operations. Other winners include:
- Rookie of the Year: Denver Water, Colorado
- Best Special Project: PITT OHIO
- Best Electric Vehicle Policies: City of Richmond, Virginia
- Best Take-Home Vehicle Charging Program: City of Durham, North Carolina.
Each winner has demonstrated exceptional innovation and leadership in their respective categories, enhancing their fleet operations while prioritizing environmental stewardship.
Denver International Airport earned this year’s top prize for efforts designed to improve a variety of critical operations at the nation’s second largest airport. Judges highlighted the airport’s use of alternative fuels and vehicles, efficient use and management of fueling and recharging facilities, and a commitment to workforce development programs within the community it serves.
The awards, open to both government and commercial fleets, underscore the importance of innovative approaches to fleet sustainability. The top 10 winners are:
- Denver International Airport
- County of Santa Clara, California
- University of California, Irvine
- Port Authority of New York and New Jersey
- City Furniture, Florida
- City of Durham, North Carolina
- Salt River Project, Arizona
- District of Columbia Department of Public Works
- County of Sacramento, California
- City of New York, New York.
Dan Hounsell is senior editor for the facilities market. He has more than 30 years of experience writing about facilities maintenance, engineering and management.?
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