FAQs
With our mission to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, we strive for clean operations for climate protection. We are doing this by committing ourselves to a set greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions target by 2030 in line with the Paris Agreement through the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
What is the green solution for DHL? ›
GoGreen Offsetting
Compensate CO₂ emissions from all transportation legs with high quality carbon credits. DHL Global Forwarding offers VER (Verified Emission Reductions) carbon credits from recognized climate protection projects worldwide, complying with the 'Gold standard', and DHL's own rigid requirements.
What is DHL GoGreen? ›
Your small packages and parcels are shipped sustainably with DHL. Your DHL small packages and DHL parcels are shipped sustainably - with no additional charge. The carbon emissions generated by your shipment are offset through investment in climate protection projects.
What is the Go Green program for DHL? ›
GoGreen Offsetting
DHL Global Forwarding offers VER (Verified Emission Reductions) carbon credits from recognised climate protection projects worldwide, complying with the 'Gold standard', and DHL's own rigid requirements.
What are the 3 three pillars of shipping sustainability? ›
The same report introduced the three pillars or principles of environmental, social and economic sustainability, also known as ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance).
What is a sustainable strategy? ›
A sustainability or corporate responsibility strategy is a prioritised set of actions. It provides an agreed framework to focus investment and drive performance, as well as engage internal and external stakeholders. The starting point for any strategy needs to be why the company is in business.
What is GoGreen? ›
It means becoming more environmentally aware and changing your behavior and lifestyle to reduce the amount of pollution and waste you generate. The decision to go green is a gradual process for most people. Any action you take that contributes to sustainable living makes a positive impact on the environment.
Is DHL eco-friendly? ›
From pioneering the first eco-friendly logistics product to evolving into a company that is strongly committed to a zero-emissions goal, such as encouraging businesses to streamline their international logistics, DHL Express has been and still continues to offer a comprehensive scope of green initiatives in our ...
Why do you think making sustainable choices is important DHL? ›
Why is green logistics important to sustainability? The logistics and transport sector contributes just over a third of global carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions2 – a share that's forecast to grow. The pressure is now on businesses of all sizes to play their part in reducing the figure and protecting the planet's future.
What is the green policy of DHL? ›
Green last mile delivery and line haul
Electrify 60% of our last-mile delivery vehicles by 2030 and increase the share of sustainable fuels to over 30%.
The decisions we make today can make a positive impact on our tomorrow. We can't achieve results without a clear plan. That's why we drew up a Sustainability Roadmap - our detailed plan to achieve our environmental, social, and governance goals. It builds on our progress and is a cornerstone of our company strategy.
What does ESG stand for in DHL? ›
Environmental: clean operations for climate protection. • Social: being a great place to work for all. • Governance: a highly reliable, trusted and ethical company.
What is the strategy of DHL? ›
The new business Strategy 2025 mainly focuses on four areas: when it comes to people and talent, DHL is focusing on how to overcome labor shortage and attract new talent, while at the same time preparing, training and certifying existing employees for the changes digitalization will bring.
What is the green initiative of DHL? ›
DHL Express
To help you reduce the carbon footprint of your international express shipments, we have invested in more than 800 million liters of sustainable aviation fuel. The CO2 savings over the aviation fuel lifecycle will equal the annual greenhouse gas emissions of some 400,000 passenger cars.
How is DHL Group making air freight more sustainable? ›
The fuel itself is produced from waste sources, such as used cooking oil and food waste. DHL follows hereby an insetting approach, utilizing sustainable fuels to reduce emissions directly at the source. Air carriers use sustainable biofuels on behalf of DHL, leading to reductions in emissions.
