In 2022, Odyssey expects even greater declines in carbon emissions through the Cloverleaf Program, with an anticipated reduction target of 529,017 tons in 2022. GREEN INITIATIVES • Reduce greenhouse gas emissions • Use alternative fuels or energy sources applications of electrification such as alternative fuel vehicles, internet of things (IoT)-enabled devices, predictive/ prescriptive analytics, telematics, and other evolving technologies to enhance supply chains. NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENT Odyssey leverages innovative investing in new technologies and processes that drive environmental stewardship. As part of the company’s ongoing investment in its fleet and service center network, OD purchases new equipment, adopts new technologies, implements efficient process improvements, and makes alterations to facilities and fleets that improve efficiency and reduce environmental impact. OD strives for continuous improvement through capital investments and by assessing and managing energy usage, waste levels, emissions, and carbon footprint. GREEN INITIATIVES Old Dominion Freight Line www.odfl.com Old Dominion Freight Line is • Reduce greenhouse gas emissions • Use alternative fuels/energy sources
• Reuse/recycling program • Use wastewater
The company is also installing shore power on terminals and building an electrification roadmap to reach a zero-emission goal by 2050. In addition, NWSA keeps waterways clean with innovative stormwater treatment systems, tenant education, and technologies to efficiently manage stormwater in an industrial setting. GREEN INITIATIVES • Reduce greenhouse gas emissions • Use alternative fuels or energy sources • Reuse/recycling program • Energy-efficient lighting NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENT Since 2016, the NWSA has been an active member of Green Marine, North America’s largest voluntary environmental certification program for the maritime industry. The NWSA is currently working toward its Quiet Sound underwater noise reduction program to protect the Puget Sound’s orca population from seafaring vessel noise. Odyssey Logistics & Technology www.odysseylogistics.com Odyssey announced impressive first-year results from its Cloverleaf Sustainability Program aimed at reducing carbon emissions in supply chain logistics. Using advanced data collection tools and European Chemical Industry Council and European Chemical Transport Association guidelines, Odyssey estimates the program reduced carbon emissions for its clients by 489,831 tons in 2021— surpassing the original projection of 300,000-plus tons.
• Reduce energy usage • Sustainable packaging • Sustainably source materials • Solar panels • Energy-efficient lighting • Custom built tractors NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENT OD’s fleet is kitted out with custom gearing, speed limiters, trailer skirts, air dams, deflectors, low-rolling resistance tires, telematics systems, and other technologies to achieve maximum fleet efficiency.
Onepak www.onepak.com
Onepak greens the reverse supply chain through managing IT asset recovery and loop logistics as part of the circular economy. The company minimizes the carbon footprint of all managed client logistics by optimizing routing and load consolidation. Onepak calculates and offsets all emissions from its activities to provide documented carbon-neutral reverse logistics services for both freight and parcel shipping. This includes providing shipping kits for individual IT asset returns that are made from at least 40% post-consumer waste and are 100% recyclable. In 2022, the company will debut a reusable laptop shipping kit to further reduce the carbon impact of individual asset recovery activity. GREEN INITIATIVES • Reduce greenhouse gas emissions • Reuse/recycling program • Sustainable packaging • Sustainably source materials • Provide guidance and resources to supply chain partners NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENT To date, Onepak has collected more than 600 million pounds of consumer e-waste and transported it to R2-certified facilities for responsible recycling.
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