The Vatican to Transition Its Fleet to Electric Vehicles by 2030 in Partnership With Volkswagen
The Vatican has entered into an agreement with the Volkswagen Group to replace its entire fleet with electric vehicles by 2030, according to reports from TASS. The move is framed as part of a broader commitment to sustainable development and energy efficiency within the city-state.
In a statement from the Prefecture of the Pontifical State, the Vatican emphasized its long-standing dedication to environmental stewardship. The administration highlighted policies designed to protect the natural world and promote responsible energy use as central to its mission in the coming years.
The document also explains that the Volkswagen partnership will help Vatican City advance toward carbon neutrality by increasing reliance on renewable energy sources and expanding electric mobility across its transportation network.
Currently, the Vatican’s fleet consists of several dozen vehicles. The plan calls for these vehicles to be replaced with electric models supplied by Volkswagen Group over the next seven years, accompanied by the installation of charging stations throughout Vatican territory to support the new fleet.
As part of the arrangement, the Vatican will enter into long-term leases for vehicles from Volkswagen and Skoda, according to Reuters. This leasing approach is intended to provide stable, predictable maintenance and upgrade cycles while expanding access to modern, low-emission transportation options.
Earlier reports mentioned Toyota’s decision related to the Venza model, illustrating ongoing shifts in the global automotive market as fleets seek greener alternatives and more sustainable practices.