GXO and Greene King Partnership Turbocharges Operational Sustainability

Core Insights - GXO Logistics and Greene King have achieved significant sustainability milestones through their partnership, focusing on fleet decarbonisation, waste reduction, and community impact [1][2] Decarbonisation Efforts - Since 2019, GXO and Greene King have successfully reduced carbon intensity (gCO2e/km) through technology and behavioral changes, including trials of biodiesel, HVO, and electric vehicles, which can reduce emissions by up to 90% compared to diesel [3] Waste Reduction and Recycling - The partnership has effectively utilized GXO's reverse logistics capabilities, resulting in the elimination of over 160,000 journeys annually and recycling over 16,000 tonnes of waste in 2024 [1][4] - In 2024, Greene King expanded its recycling initiatives to include ink cartridges, batteries, correx boards, and crushed glass in London [4] Community Support - Over 90% of excess food at depots was donated to charities, leading to an estimated 240,000 meals donated in 2024 [5] - The Tub2Pub campaign collected over 240,000 confectionery tubs, raising more than £10,000 for Macmillan Cancer Support, with recycled plastic repurposed into furniture [8] Operational Efficiency - A structured driver performance management system improved fuel efficiency (MPG) by over 10% in 2024, while investments in Eco Drive hydro-electric refrigeration technology reduced fuel use by 2-4% since 2022 [6] - Energy consumption during deliveries was cut by up to 50% through the installation of strip and air curtains in refrigerated trailers [6] Material Recycling - The partnership has recycled significant quantities of materials, including over 2.7 million litres of used cooking oil, more than 4,000 tonnes of cardboard, 250+ tonnes of metal, 55+ tonnes of plastic, and 9,000+ tonnes of food waste sent to anaerobic digestion [7]