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nearly 1,800 lighting fixtures to LED for greater energy efficiency. The company voluntarily discloses its Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions and is working toward reporting Scope 3 emissions. NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENT: ArcBest received the EcoVadis bronze medal for sustainability performance for three consecutive years.
Averitt joined SmartWay as a founding member and has since achieved 36% reduction in CO2 emissions, 84% reduction in NOx emissions, and saved 5.4 million gallons of diesel fuel. Other stats: it eliminated 12.7 pounds of CO2 per year by using innovative tire inflation technology and more than 13.2 million pounds of CO2 per year by shifting to EV forklifts; saved 2.84 million gallons of fuel using auxiliary power units; achieved 30% reduction in pickup and delivery miles using the Roadnet optimization tool, where engines shut down automatically after three minutes; and recycled 90,994 gallons of oil and repaired 28,571 tires. NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENT: Averitt was awarded the EcoVadis Committed Badge and the Clean Diesel Leadership Award from the Tennessee Trucking Association, and was named to the HDT Top Green Fleet list. Bison Transport www.bisontransport.com In 2024, Bison Transport cut nearly 150,000 tons of CO2 emissions, achieving a low CO2e of 1.24 per loaded mile by optimizing equipment and operations. Its fleet includes hydrogen fuel cell trucks and battery-electric APUs. Bison also retreads 12,500 tires annually, recycles thousands of liters of used oil and filters, and reduces plastic waste with bulk fluid dispensing. Its facilities save 913 tons of CO2 yearly through LED lighting. Bison set a goal to cut carbon emissions per mile by 50% by 2030. NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENT: Bison’s sustainability efforts are backed by a Supplier Code of Conduct, a Sustainable Procurement Policy, and 18 consecutive TCA fleet safety awards. Brown Integrated Logistics www.brownintegratedlogistics.com In 2022, Brown Integrated Logistics appointed an ESG initiative leader, supported by a C-level champion, to formalize its commitment to
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environmental and social responsibility. Key initiatives focus on reducing waste by replacing single-use products, identifying carbon emission reduction opportunities across operations, exploring renewable energy options, and establishing reuse programs to divert materials from landfills. NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENT: Brown Integrated Logistics participates in the GreenWay Miles program, which includes carbon audits, carbon-neutral shipping alternatives, and truck driver sustainability training. C.H. Robinson www.chrobinson.com In 2023, C.H. Robinson achieved a 47% reduction in emissions intensity— surpassing its 2025 goal two years early—and is continuing efforts to cut Scope 1 and 2 emissions while setting new targets. The company’s global alternative fuel program supports decarbonization across all transportation modes, and it participates in industry collaborations such as the I-10 Shipper Carrier Coalition to expand electric vehicle charging infrastructure. In 2024, the company and its foundation contributed more than $4 million to community and sustainability- focused initiatives. NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENT: C.H. Robinson has been a SmartWay partner since 2005, and received an EcoVadis bronze medal.
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Arvato aims to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2030 compared to 2018 levels. The company powers operations with 100% renewable electricity, has installed more than 360,000 square meters of solar panels, and is phasing out fossil-fuel-based heating across its sites. Facilities include BREEAM-certified warehouses, LED lighting, and energy-efficient systems, such as repurposing waste heat for warehouse heating. Sustainability initiatives extend to operations, with pilots for reusable shipping boxes, automated waste-reducing packaging systems, and the use of 35% PCR stretch wrap to cut plastic waste. NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENT: Since the beginning of 2023, Arvato procures only 100% green electricity (from solar, wind, or hydro sources) for its sites worldwide. The company is also part of the EPA’s Green Power Partnership program.
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