Run by a partnership including the Scottish Environment Protection Agency, Scottish Government and the Energy Saving Trust, the awards recognise and reward businesses that contribute to the country’s sustainable development by taking significant steps to improve or reduce their impact on the environment.

The Transport Award, in particular, recognises businesses that have achieved a significant, measurable reduction in their environmental impact through the introduction of sustainable transport practices.

Dan Gursel, managing director of City Car Club, said: “Winning a VIBES Award is an incredible achievement for City Car Club, and one more big step for what has been an important year for our business.

“Earlier this year we were acquired by Enterprise Rent-A-Car with the remit to develop and grow our capabilities to deliver a better and more sustainable service for local communities across the UK.

“Not only have we placed electric vehicles in Edinburgh and around the country, we also work with our local authority and private sector members to empower their staff to make more efficient travel choices. Winning this award is vital recognition that we can make a real difference to communities and the environment.”