and Recycling for its recycling efforts. Despite operating in some of the steepest terrain and most extreme conditions, Lynden’s fleets consistently score among the most efficient in the nation in terms of CO2 per ton mile as measured by SmartWay. Its bulk tanker company consistently scores in the top 1% of tanker carriers in the nation for low carbon dioxide, nitrous oxide, and particulate matter emissions per ton mile. Lynden locations have also been redesigned for energy efficiency, including more than 130 propane forklifts being replaced with electric models. NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENT: Lynden designs its own modifications to make its trucks, planes, and vessels more aerodynamic and energy efficient. More than 90% of its trucks are less than 5 years old with ultra- efficient diesel engines that meet new emission standards.
a membership with EcoVadis to keep its sustainability efforts moving forward. NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENT: Marten has strategically restructured its logistics network for greater efficiency and lower emissions. The company develops advanced temperature control techniques to optimize energy usage and is transitioning toward multimodal transport solutions, reducing roadway congestion and emissions.
approximately 80% less nitrogen oxide emissions compared to Tier 1 engines. Matson plans to install Tier 3 engines on its three new Aloha Class vessels. It uses alternative marine power and low-sulfur fuels to reduce air emissions while in California ports, and its vessels are designed to operate in compliance with International Maritime Organization Emission Control Area regulations as applicable.
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Matson is shifting toward lower-carbon fuel sources in the near term as well as identifying commercially viable net-zero fuel sources. The marine transportation company’s approach is focused on an interim goal of achieving a 40% reduction in Scope 1 fleet emissions by 2030, measured against a 2016 baseline. Its longer- term goal is to achieve net-zero Scope 1 fleet emissions by 2050. The roadmap over the next few years includes substantial investments in its existing fleet and in new vessels intended to increase fuel efficiency and reduce engine emissions while increasing vessel capacity and strengthening operational capabilities. Matson is also working with other organizations to advance the development of new fuels and infrastructure. NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENT: Matson installed Tier 3 engines on its Lurline and Matsonia vessels; these engines produce
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NFI continues to grow its clean vehicle fleet and create scalable zero-emission transportation solutions, partnering with industry leaders (DTNA, Volvo, Hyliion) and leading the transition to zero-emission goods movement in the United States. Green equipment is in place across NFI distribution centers, which operate electric and propane-powered forklifts, lithium battery forklift demonstration units, robotic stretch wrapping, and recycling programs. NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENT: In 2024, NFI is deploying additional battery-electric yard tractors in Southern California with Tico and Autocar and introducing its first East Coast battery-electric trucks through the FEaST program in New York. NORTHWEST SEAPORT ALLIANCE www.nwseaportalliance.com The Northwest Seaport Alliance unites port stakeholders and communities across the Puget Sound to reduce environmental impacts and achieve its zero-emission goal by 2050 or earlier. Through proactive, innovative solutions, it is creating a cleaner, healthier environment for residents and employees. The Northwest Seaport Alliance’s clean
Marten has made significant advancements in its operational practices through idle reduction, temperature initiatives, equipment changes, solar investments, network restructuring, truck-to-rail conversions, and alternative fuel sources. Marten added solar panels at all owned terminals, on all trucks, and all reefer units. Most recently Marten has made the commitment to test out a low- emission and a zero-emission truck. Recognized by SmartWay, Marten continues to partner with SmartWay and maintains
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