Green Logistics
Green logistics and sustainable transport's advantages
TRANSPORTS CODINA
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One of the main issues we are currently facing is the pollution of our planet. Climate change and global warming are very worrying facts for the continuity of all living beings as we know it. The time has come for all of us to become aware of this and to start acting. The decisions we make today will dictate our future.
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There are many reasons for climate change, but one of the main ones is the transport of people and freights. 40% of atmospheric emissions in Spain come from cars, trucks, buses, planes, etc...
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Transports Codina works towards clear key SUSTAINABILITY goals, and commits to 'GREEN LOGISTICS' that respects the environment, as we are aware of the serious impact that freight mobility represents.
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Catalonia 2030 Alliance
“The 2030 Agenda on sustainable development, adopted by the United Nations on 25 September 2015, is the global roadmap for facing humanity's major challenges. With 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), it is an agenda that works on eradicating poverty and inequality, ensuring a healthy, safe and peaceful life for current and future generations, as well as upholding democracy, human rights and gender equality. Furthermore, it also calls for protecting the environment, addressing climate change, developing dynamic and inclusive economies, and ensuring decent work for all”.
CODINA adheres to this as a 2020 initiative, and implements action plans for 3 of the 17 SDG's.
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Reduction of CO2 emissions
Less polluting vehicles. Currently, 80% of our fleet consists of EURO 6-certified vehicles. New engines with this technology reduce polluting particle emissions by as much as six times.
Alternative energy. Renewing our commercial car fleet with electric cars. Currently, we already have the first car, and we are planning to renovate the fleet entirely in the next three years.
Load optimisation. We monitor route optimisation through our management system. We guarantee vehicle optimisation, mileage reduction and, therefore, less pollution
Training in energy-efficient and sustainable driving. We work on aspects such as consumption optimisation and energy efficiency, which bring great economic benefits and care for the environment.
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Renewable energies
Our facilities have a large solar panel installation, covering more than 6000 m2, through which we provide the grid with more than 4,000,000 kWh of green energy.
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Reducing energy consumption
Energy-saving lighting in all our installations
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Recycling
One of the most important green logistics processes is collecting waste and separating it so that it can be reused. To this end, we have more than 50 recycling containers distributed throughout our facilities.
We reuse more than 85% of the waste we generate, giving it a new life within the concept of circular economy.
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Organic matter. All the organic matter we generate is destined for composting.
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Plastic and cardboard. They are collected separately to be reused.
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Broken wood and pallets. They are intended to obtain wood chips or sawdust for the production of biomass or compounds.
In spite of our iniciatives, Transports Codina is very aware that all these measures are not enough to stop global warming, and for this reason we reaffirm our COMMITMENT to achieve SUSTAINABLE development, and we have started a 2021 Project called 'CODINA GREEN ', in which we will continue to work on, guiding all our future activities.
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What does Transports Codina do to reduce the environmental impact of its transport?
Transports Codina reduces the environmental impact of its transport with a fleet made up of 80% EURO 6 vehicles, its own solar panel installation of more than 6,000 m² and a recycling system with more than 50 containers distributed across its facilities.
This solar installation supplies more than 4,000,000 kWh of green energy per year to the electricity grid, and more than 85% of the waste generated is reused within a circular economy model. Codina Grup holds the ISO 14001 environmental management certification and, since 2020, has signed up to the United Nations' 2030 Agenda, with action plans covering 3 of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The company also provides training in efficient driving and route optimisation to reduce fuel consumption and distance travelled.
Key facts
- Fleet made up of 80% EURO 6 vehicles
- More than 6,000 m² of solar panels, generating more than 4,000,000 kWh of green energy per year
- More than 50 recycling containers distributed across its facilities
- More than 85% of waste generated is reused
- ISO 14001 certification and signatory to the 2030 Agenda since 2020 (3 of the 17 SDGs)
How does Codina Grup manage waste at its facilities?
- Organic matter is separated and sent for composting.
- Plastic and cardboard are collected separately for reuse.
- Wood and broken pallets are used to produce wood chips or sawdust for biomass.
Frequently asked questions
How much CO₂ does freight transport emit and how do you reduce it?
Transport accounts for around 40% of atmospheric emissions in Spain. We reduce this with a EURO 6 fleet (80%), electric vehicles, route and load optimisation and efficient driving.
What practices reduce your carbon footprint?
A EURO 6 fleet (80%), our first electric vehicle with a three-year plan, route and load optimisation, and over 6,000 m² of solar panels (more than 4 million kWh a year).
What environmental certification do you have and what does it guarantee?
We hold the ISO 14001 certification, which accredits our Environmental Management System to control and reduce the impact of our operations.
What does green logistics mean for Codinagrup?
It means reducing the environmental impact of our logistics activity: emissions, energy and waste. We have been signed up to the UN's 2030 Agenda since 2020, with plans covering 3 of the 17 SDGs.
How do you manage waste?
We apply a circular economy approach: over 50 separation containers and 85% of waste reused.
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