Geodis Aims for 42% Reduction in Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Targets Sustainable Logistics Practices

Freight forwarder Geodis is targeting a 42% reduction in its own greenhouse gas emissions and a 30% reduction in subcontracted transport emissions.

The company said that it would reduce its carbon emissions through the application of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), in compliance with the goal of the Paris Agreement to limit global warming to 1.5° C.

Geodis plans to continue the transition towards alternative vehicles and modes using carbon-free or bio-sourced energies and installing suitable infrastructures for refuelling and charging.

Alongside the transition of its own fleet, the forwarder will utilise airlines and shipping firms that offer sustainable marine fuel and sustainable aviation fuel.

This will support its customers in optimising their flows and implementing appropriate modal shifts, Geodis said.

It will also look to drive efficiency through the utilisation of the latest generation of aircraft, ships and vehicles as well as optimised loading and itineraries.

“This transformation depends on selecting subcontractors on the basis of their practices and commitments,” Geodis said.

For its facilities, the company is targeting a 40% improvement in overall energy efficiency as well as the availability of a minimum of 90% of low-carbon energy.

Geodis chief executive Marie-Christine Lombard said: “For many years, Geodis has been working seriously alongside its customers and partners on measuring and reducing its impact on the climate.

“Our new goals will further speed up the process, and they establish Geodis as one of the most committed companies.

“This new phase is fully in line with the group’s ambition to make its lines of business more sustainable and to provide our customers with innovative, sustainable and ethical logistics offerings.”