Project Summary:

NAU Fleet Services is transforming its daily operations with the new Ride & Retrieve Initiative, led by project leader Nathan Saurer. This project introduced a lightweight, foldable electric bicycle—the Urtopia Carbon Fold 1—to transport staff during routine university vehicle pick-ups and drop-offs at local repair vendors. Previously, these vendor runs required two staff members and two separate vehicles. Now, a single employee can ride the e-bike to the vendor, easily fold and stow it inside the serviced vehicle, and drive back to campus. By eliminating duplicate trips, this practical transportation solution immediately reduces road congestion, cuts fuel consumption, and lowers greenhouse gas emissions. The initiative not only increases efficiency but also visibly promotes sustainable commuting practices to the broader campus community.

Project Lead:

Nathan Sauer

Project Advisor:

Matther Mitchell

Date:

2025-09-12

Funding Amount:

$3,042.29

Department:

Fleet Services

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