Empire Ford of New Bedford Environmental Sustainability Policy
Empire Ford of New Bedford is committed to operating in a way that is responsible, practical, and mindful of the environment while serving our customers and community. This policy reflects the dealership’s ongoing efforts to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and support cleaner business practices across daily operations.
Commitment
Empire Ford’s approach is guided by the belief that better business practices can support both strong customer service and environmental responsibility. Ford states that its sustainability strategy is to make a positive impact on society and the environment and to help build a better world where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams.
As a Ford dealership, Empire Ford supports that broader commitment by taking practical local actions that reduce waste, conserve resources, and improve operational efficiency at the Fall River facility.
Current Practices
Empire Ford has implemented several measures to reduce its environmental footprint and improve day-to-day sustainability.
- Waste oil is collected and disposed of through appropriate third-party handling practices.
- Sensitive paper documents are securely destroyed through Shred-it services, supporting responsible document management.
- Metal and other materials are recycled whenever possible to reduce landfill waste.
- Facility lighting has been upgraded to LED fixtures to reduce electricity use and lower power draw.
- Lighting systems are set on motion sensors and timers to avoid unnecessary energy consumption.
- Water bottle refill stations have been added to help reduce single-use plastic waste for employees and visitors.
Ongoing Focus
Empire Ford will continue looking for practical ways to reduce waste, use energy more efficiently, and support environmentally responsible operations as the business grows. This includes reviewing facility practices, vendor relationships, and resource use to identify additional improvements that align with customer expectations and Ford’s wider sustainability direction.
Public Statement
Empire Ford of New Bedford believes environmental responsibility should be part of modern dealership operations. Through recycling, energy-saving lighting upgrades, motion-controlled systems, responsible waste handling, and efforts to reduce single-use plastics, the dealership is taking measurable steps to operate more sustainably while continuing to serve customers at a high level.