Law enforcement professionals within New York City’s Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS), NYC Department of Sanitation (DSNY) and NYC Parks, along with their New York Police Department counterparts, have access to more than 1,000 electric vehicles (EVs) as of April. What’s more, the departments are on track for curating an entire fleet of EVs by 2030, an estimated five years ahead of schedule.

“By investing in clean, modern fleet technology, we are improving efficiency, reducing emissions and ensuring that city agencies have the tools they need to serve New Yorkers safely and effectively,” said DCAS Commissioner Yume Kitasei, per NYC.gov.

“These new electric vehicles significantly bolster our agency’s expanding EV fleet for Parks Enforcement Patrol, helping us keep New Yorkers safe while improving air quality and reducing fuel costs,” added NYC Parks Commissioner Tricia Shimamura.

Of course, the EVs must meet the rigorous standards required of police cars, such as bulletproof shielding, lights and sirens, radio and computer outfitting and interior partitions. Among the 1,000-plus EVs being driven today by city law enforcement — 500 of which are commanded by the NYPD — 781 are fully electric battery-electric vehicles and 231 are plug-in hybrid models. The agencies also have access to more than 85 off-road solar and electric units.

“NYC is leading the state in fleet electrification with the largest electric fleet and charging network,” NYC Chief Fleet Officer and DCAS Deputy Commissioner Keith Kerman said. “As importantly, we are showing EVs can work in some of the most challenging applications and assignments including law enforcement and emergency response.”