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Minimising our impact on the environment is a mission that we take to heart at FedEx.  As a major transportation company, it’s particularly important for us to stay at the cutting edge of environmental practices.  We are therefore committed to doing what we can to ensure our business practices are as environmentally responsible as possible.

We are committed to three guiding principles to meet our goals for operating responsibly:

  • Use the latest innovation and technologies to minimise atmospheric emissions and noise
  • Find and integrate efficient, environmentally responsible solutions with our everyday business practices
  • Develop sound environmental policies in the business and transport sectors.

 

A good example of innovation is our use of hybrid diesel-electric vehicles. FedEx has been introducing hybrid diesel-electric vehicles in its fleet since 2003. On average these unique vehicles increase fuel economy by more than 40% while decreasing emissions by 90%.

Today, with 95 hybrid-electric vehicles on the road in 11 major cities around the world, and another 10 to be introduced in Italy in early summer, FedEx operates the largest hybrid diesel-electric vehicle fleet in the express distribution industry. We also operate vehicles fuelled by LPG and other alternative fuels, reducing emissions by 12%.

In our day-to-day operations, FedEx is introducing more fuel-efficient aircraft. These include the Boeing 757 and 777, both of which have much higher load capacities while using significantly less fuel.  We also work with the authorities to reduce fuel and power consumption in many aspects of transport operations, including more efficient air traffic routing and improved landing, parking and departure methods.

Meanwhile, FedEx packaging includes as much recycled material as possible with 25% recycled content in FedEx white boxes and tubes to 85% in the FedEx® 10kg and 25kg boxes and 100% in FedEx® envelopes.

FedEx actively participates in alliances to develop responsible environmental policy at every level, including being a leading member of the Global Environment Management Initiative. FedEx has received recognition and awards for its commitment to provide access to information, goods and ideas while protecting and preserving the resources of the global community we serve.