FedEx Freight Installs Fuel Cell Forklifts with Help from U.S. Department of Energy

Earlier this week, it was reported FedEx Freight would benefit from the Department of Energy's plan to spur growth of fuel cell markets.  FedEx is committed to operating and innovating in new ways that can help our business and our industry.  We seek fuel-efficient and environmentally beneficial technologies in an effort to maximize efficiencies.

News Item: FedEx Express and Iveco Present First Test Results For Hybrid-Electric Vans

In a press conference held today in Milan Italy, FedEx Express and Iveco provided detailed results from the six month test of the 10 vehicles designed by Iveco.  The fuel-efficient vehicles were deployed in Milan and Turin, Italy.  The FedEx Express/Inveco trial was discussed earlier on the FedEx Citizenship blog by John Formisano, VP Global Vehicles. 

We Understand: You Want a Cleaner Planet

As you know, we’ve been taking steps to reduce our carbon footprint with environmentally responsible initiatives. So we’re thrilled to announce the launch of our Complete Package sustainability advertising campaign, to show our customers how FedEx is factoring in corporate responsibility and sustainability efforts into our business decisions, and doing our part to reduce carbon emissions, use clean energy and limit resource consumption.

Sustainability Is a Team Sport

"You guys pair up in groups of three, then line up in a circle." - Bill Peterson - I wouldn’t recommend following that directive. In fact, I am not even sure how it can be accomplished. But, it is relevant. Here’s why:

Citizenship 101 - Part 1

Part of my role at FedEx is to lead the development of our Global Citizenship Report (GCR). Hopefully, you have seen this report and have been able to review some of the many initiatives that we participate in and track. The report is broken down into four main “pillars”. 1. Economics & Access 2. Environment & Efficiency 3. Community & Disaster Relief 4. People & Workplace