Toyota of Olympia is dedicated to supporting Toyota's comprehensive global mission to eliminate carbon emissions from vehicle manufacturing and operations by the mid-century. Through the ambitious Environmental Challenge 2050, the company actively invests in sustainable solutions, renewable energy, and resource conservation to significantly reduce its environmental footprint. By choosing a Toyota, you are partnering with a brand that continually pioneers innovative technologies designed to protect and preserve our planet for future generations.

Furthering this goal is Toyota's newly announced plan to add solar arrays across the country, measuring up to 4.95 megawatts of energy, 10.8 acres, and $9.3 million in investments—but the positive impacts it will have on our environment can't be measured by numbers. Instead, time will tell when Toyota's vision of a sustainable society is achieved.

Aimed at reducing Toyota’s reliance on outside energy, the solar arrays will offset 6,480,000 kWh of energy, which is the equivalent of powering nearly 800 homes per year! They’ll be added to operating plants in Alabama, Missouri, and West Virginia, costing Toyota $9.3 million in investments, but generating 4.95 megawatts of energy—which will reduce CO2 emissions at these plants by nearly 4,304 metric tons annually.

“Toyota continuously looks for new ways to reduce water usage, recycle materials, and conserve energy, and we are proud to add solar panels to our lineup of best practices,” said Kevin Bell, TMNA Energy Manager. “We are committed to setting an example of sustainability to show how a company can significantly reduce the environmental impact of its operations.”

According to the Solar Energy Industries Association, Toyota leads the nation’s corporate industries in solar usage, ranking among the top 20 corporate users of installed onsite solar capacity. However, their success can be measured in multiple ways, from the design of Toyota plants to the inclusion of environmentally friendly models.

For this reason, and many more, driving a Toyota is an ode to a better, brighter future for you and the world! Visit Toyota of Olympia in Tumwater today and discover all the ways you can contribute to Toyota’s environmental mission. From “green” models, like the Prius, to electrified technology in the RAV4 Hybrid, Corolla Hybrid, and beyond—the possibilities are endless! Browse our inventory online or stop by the dealership today.