History’s Lesson: Sustainability Requires Everyone in the Trenches

“Our republics cannot exist long in prosperity. We require adversity and appear to possess most of the republican spirit when most depressed.” - Benjamin Rush -

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.

Goin' Green Apple

Two years ago, I never would have considered myself an environmentalist. I took long showers, threw most everything in the trash and found fuel efficiency to be secondary to speed. Now I haven't given up red meet or bought a Terra Pass, but I do make a more conscious effort to be good to my planet. Since I have moved to New York City, I ride public transit almost 95% of the time, recycle half of my trash and have shortened my showers. All small steps to lessen my impact. But, is there more I can do?

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: