In January of this year, GEODIS committed to the Science Based Targets Initiative. GEODIS’ global objectives include reducing scope 1 and 2 CO2 emissions by 42% and decreasing the carbon intensity of subcontracted transport (scope 3) by 2030 compared to 2022.
GEODIS Denmark has taken a significant first step on this reduction journey by switching to 100% renewable energy as of January 2024.
“When we started the process, we were looking for a more low-carbon alternative to what we had before. We chose EWII* and now our electricity is 100% renewable. This means we have reduced our CO2 footprint by almost 40 tons per year. We are very proud to support this very necessary and important initiative and to have taken a significant leap towards reaching our target,” stated Kent Husted, managing director, of GEODIS Denmark.
According to the terms of the EWII certificate, valid from 1 January 2024 to 31 December 2025, GEODIS Denmark’s entire electricity consumption is certified as renewable by the energy supplier. EWII ensures that 100% of the electricity comes from sources such as wind turbines, solar panels, hydroelectric power, and biomass.
In addition to reducing its carbon footprint, GEODIS Denmark has converted all lighting to LED and acquired new computer screens that use one-third less electricity than the previous ones. The company also offers four charging points for electric vehicles at each of its branches in Kastrup and Vejle, with plans to expand this later in the year.
“As a company and as an employer, GEODIS places social issues at the heart of its concerns. One of our seven Golden Rules that form the basis of our operations, is “Be a good citizen”. This underlines our efforts to focus on developing low-carbon solutions, reducing the impact of our activities on the environment and continuously improving the health, safety and well-being of our employees. The EWII certificate is an important step on our journey towards developing environmentally friendly solutions for all our stakeholders,” added Thomas Kraus, regional president and CEO of GEODIS EUROPE.
Furthermore, the EWII Group, located in Denmark, serves as the local energy company for the Triangle region. It comprises commercial entities under the name EWII, focusing on infrastructure-related activities, including electricity, water, heating, energy, and communication. EWII aims to create value in the Triangle region, encompassing the municipalities of Kolding, Vejen, Middelfart, Fredericia, and Vejle.
