Ford is using solar and other renewable energy sources, wherever possible,worldwide. Leading the way is the Dagenham Diesel Centre, the first automotive plant to receive 100% of its manufacturing electricity needs from on-site wind turbines. These graceful, innovative machines provide over 6million kwh of electricity every year. And at Dagenham we’ve also reduced water usage by 67% over the last 5 years by implementing smart recycling processes.

The Bridgend Engine Plant in Wales is the site of the largest integrated solar installation at any Automotive manufacturing centre in Europe. Together, 26 solar panels generate enough power need to light an area of approximately 10,000 square metres. By using these solar panels, we’re reducing the CO2 release by 4,400 tones over the life of the plant, 30-years, helping to lessen CO2 not just today but in the years to come.

Ford Europe vehicles use over 250 parts that contain non-metallic recycled materials (that’s plastic, rubber and fabrics). Every year, this saves around 14,000 tonnes of materials from going into landfill sites. That’s by no means all.

We have developed a complete vehicle recycling programme, encompassing design-for-recycling guidelines, increased use of recycled material, and reducing hazardous materials. Our ultimate aim is to manufacture vehicles that will be almost totally recyclable.

Ford will 'take back' any Ford vehicle - irrespective of the date of first registration - free of charge.

From March 30th to April 15th 2007 the Eden Project, Cornwall will be packed with beautiful green machines. See the original 1920’s Model T, designed by visionary founder Henry Ford to run on ethanol, or grain alcohol. There’s also the Formula Ford racing car and latest Focus Flexi-Fuel Vehicles, both designed for peak performance on the a sustainable fuel source, bioethanol. Admission is free with entry to Eden. Open 10am to 6pm, last entry at 4.30pm.