DHL Express has added 22 electric vans to its delivery fleet in the Philippines as part of its effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The latest addition brings its total number of electric vehicles (EVs) to nearly 70, making up 35% of its entire fleet, up from 24% last year.
“The expansion of electric vehicles into the DHL Express fleet plays an important role in reducing the environmental impact of our business processes as part of our commitment to one of our Group’s four bottom lines, green logistics of choice,” said Nigel Lockett, country manager of DHL Express Philippines. “Recognizing the global urgency of climate change, our goal is to adapt our service offerings and operations to the changing landscape.”
DHL Express, an international express service provider, first introduced EVs in the Philippines in December 2021. The company aims to have 60% of its pickup and delivery fleet running on electric power by 2030, in line with DHL Group’s global sustainability goals.
GoGreen Plus
Aside from switching to electric vehicles, DHL Express also introduced the GoGreen Plus service in 2023. The program allows customers to cut emissions linked to international air cargo by using sustainable aviation fuel. This initiative is made possible through partnerships with bp, Neste, and World Energy.
DHL Group’s long-term goal is to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 as part of its “Strategy 2030 – Accelerate Sustainable Growth.”