Zipcar Selected Go Green Transportation Award Winner

CAMBRIDGE, MA (June 14, 2005) — Zipcar, the largest car-sharing service in the United States, was selected as a winner of the City of Cambridge Go Green Business Award for Transportation. The honor was presented to Zipcar for its efforts to reduce traffic and congestion in the city of Cambridge as well as reduce private car use by employees in commuting to work.

Zipcar offers self-service, on-demand cars by the hour or day to more than 3,700 residents of Cambridge, and more than 15,000 residents throughout metro Boston. Zipcar is proving that car-sharing can have a positive impact on urban transportation systems.

“The function of car-sharing in Cambridge is two-fold. It offers transportation freedom to residents who do not own a car or may be in need of an occasional second car, but primarily Zipcar’s mission is to offer an affordable, environmentally friendly, easy-to-use and reliable alternative to car-ownership,” said Matt Malloy, Vice President of Marketing at Zipcar. “Zipcar believes that by altering the behavior of urban residents, and turning car-owners into car-sharers, thousands of cars can be taken off of city streets.”

The City of Cambridge Go Green Business Awards celebrate business and university leaders for their actions to create a more sustainable city. This year, awards were given for outstanding environmental efforts in energy conservation, recycling, and transportation. One small business or institution (fewer than 50 employees) and one large (50 employees or more) was recognized in each category.

“The Go Green Awards recognize Cambridge businesses for their efforts to preserve the environment and quality of life in Cambridge. Many of our businesses are active in promoting and implementing environmental programs, and we want to make sure that their efforts are appreciated and applauded,” stated Robert W. Healy, Cambridge City Manager.

About Zipcar
Zipcar was founded in 1999. Since 2000, when Zipcars first hit the road, more than 36,000 consumers and small business drivers ages 21+ have joined. Zipcar currently operates more than 500 vehicles in seven states and 21 cities, including Boston, New York City and Washington, D.C. For a convenient and cost effective driving experience or to learn more visit www.zipcar.com.