Ecoigo is a London-based company which offers corporate taxicab, chauffeur and private hire in the United Kingdom. In April 2014 Ecoigo went into administration and was bought by WestOne Cars, which is owned by Addison Lee.WestOne Cars, http://www.westonecars.co.uk/index.php/news/58-ecoigo Professional Driver, http://www.prodrivermags.com/news/357-addison-lee-s-westone-cars-rescues-ecoigo-from-administration

The company Co-founders Daniel Todary and Jonathan Broom set up Ecoigo in April 2006 as the ecologically sustainable alternativeUrban Junkies- Eco-Trip in the capital with Ecoigo to pollution caused by public and private transport in central London. Ecoigo offer transport for individualsEcoigo Personal Car Booking Account Reviewed and businesses working towards zero emission transport across the capital.The Ecologist- Ecoigo Working Towards Zero Emissions in London They are licensed by the Public Carriage Office, a division of the Mayor of London's office responsible for taxis, cabs and private hire in London.Transport for London- Private Hire Licensing in London

Environmental sustainability Ecoigo engage in programmes of carbon offset as a means of promoting environmental sustainability. The company is partnered with The World Land Trust in promoting 'carbon positive' initiatives ecoigo partnership with the World Land Trust such as rainforest rescue to protect some of the world's most bio-diverse ecosystems.

In 2007, environmental policy coordinator Pete Wilkinson- co-founder of Greenpeace UK and Friends of the Earth, joined ecoigo. Pete Wilkinson is known for leading Greenpeace's Antarctic expeditions, securing World Park Base status and declaring Antarctica off limits to mineral exploitation until 2041. He now focuses all his attention on environmental consultation, advises government and the nuclear regulators, as well as leading ecoigo's environmental consultation team.Pete Wilkinson- A Career in Environmental Sustainability

Fleet and operations Ecoigo uses all-black Toyota Prius cars, a hybrid hatchback, as part of their London fleet.Ecoigo- Another Smooth Ride in London

Wi-Fi enabled cars Ecoigo have equipped their 150 car fleet with wireless Internet, allowing customers to use Wi-Fi inside the vehicle throughout their journey.

See also

Energy Policy Act of 2005 UltraCommuter

References

External links Company website