At Averitt, we understand the vital role sustainability plays in the transportation industry. This document explains the efforts that Averitt is working on to contribute to sustainability as well as the metrics we use to measure it. Last updated March 2024.
OUR DRIVE NEVER STOPS AVERITT’S ONGOING SUSTAINABILITY MISSION
FOR OUR PEOPLE. FOR OUR PLANET.
OUR JOURNEY CONTINUES
At Averitt, we recognize that sustainability isn’t simply a goal – it’s an ongoing responsibility. Particularly for those of us in the transportation industry. To that end, we know there is no finish line, because there is always more we can do to protect and preserve the natural resources we all depend on. Through the tireless efforts of our dedicated associates, we are committed to: • Embracing new innovations and technology • Pioneering new processes • Continually evaluating our supply chains – and those of our customers – to eliminate waste and pollutants • And taking daily, measurable steps toward a climate neutral future All of this helps ensure a healthy, hopeful tomorrow for our associates, our customers, our communities, and our planet.
WE’VE BEEN ON THIS PATH FOR DECADES
MAKING A MEASURABLE DIFFERENCE
AVERITT IS PROUD TO BE A FOUNDING MEMBER OF SMARTWAY ® . This program was created in 2004 by the Environmental Protection Agency to reduce transportation-related emissions and improve supply chain efficiency. As one of only 52 founding members, we agreed to meet specific environmental and energy-saving goals while sharing our progress annually with the EPA. Through this program, we established a systematic approach to both reduce emissions and conserve fuel.
It’s not enough to say you’re committed to change. You’ve got to back that commitment up with action.
At Averitt, we’ve incorporated sustainable practices throughout our organization – and these practices are making a quantifiable impact on the health of our planet. In the pages that follow, we highlight a few of these practices and outline ways we plan to continue our ongoing journey toward a fully sustainable future.
Since joining the SmartWay program in 2004, we’ve achieved:
of diesel fuel saved 5.4
36% 84%
MILLION GALLONS
REDUCTION in carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions
REDUCTION in nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions
REDUCED CARBON EMISSIONS
13,200,000 CO2 ELIMINATED VIA ELECTRIC FORKLIFTS
Innovative tire inflation technology, fleet upgrades, aerodynamic accessories, and a shift to EV forklifts are contributing to dramatically reduced CO2 levels:
12,740,309 PROJECTED CO2 ELIMINATED VIA OUR NEW AUTOMATIC TIRE INFLATION SYSTEM LBS / YEAR Based on a 1.4% improvement in fuel economy
LBS / YEAR And rising
55,513
CO2 ELIMINATED VIA TRANSTEX SKIRTS
TOTAL TONS
To date
REDUCED & SMARTER FUEL USE
REDUCED & SMARTER ENERGY USE
2.84 MILLION GALLONS SAVED THROUGH
AUXILIARY POWER UNITS Reducing fuel use from idling engines.
Improved trailer aerodynamics and more efficient lighting solutions have combined to produce significant energy and cost savings:
$ 19,405,452 5,453,190 $ 6,593,707 SAVINGS FROM TRANSTEX SKIRTS
SAVINGS FROM LED LIGHTING MORE THAN 14 MILLION TOTAL KWH
30 % REDUCTION IN
PICKUP & DELIVERY MILES Vs. manual routing, utilizing the Roadnet optimization tool.
TOTAL GALLONS OF DIESEL
TOTAL DOLLARS
3 MINUTES TIME AFTER WHICH IDLING ENGINES
AUTOMATICALLY SHUT DOWN Reducing fuel use as well as wear and tear.
ANNUAL DOLLARS
100 % PERCENTAGE OF VEHICLES USING
ULTRA-LOW-SULFUR DIESEL Reducing emissions of particulate matter and nitrogen oxides.
100 % PERCENTAGE OF FORKLIFTS USING
ALTERNATIVE FUEL SOURCES Reducing emissions by millions of pounds every year.
RECYCLED OIL
REPURPOSED TIRES
SAVINGS FROM TIRE REPURPOSING 28,571 TOTAL TIRES REPAIRED $ 6,217,609 FOR A SAVINGS OF
SAVINGS FROM OIL RECYCLING 90,994 TOTAL GALLONS OF OIL RECYCLED $ 1,044,620 FOR A SAVINGS OF
REDUCED PAPER WASTE
2022/2023 CO2 EMISSIONS
553,879 2022 TOTAL TONS
Reducing the average number of pages per LTL project by nearly half has drastically reduced our overall paper use: 10,798,840 PAPER SAVINGS LTL REDUCTION in annual pages PREVIOUS AVERAGE: 41,534 PAGES/DAY NEW AVERAGE: 4,705 PAGES/DAY
Per GHG Protocol
532,720 2023 TOTAL TONS
Per GHG Protocol
52,355 LBS
PAPER RECYCLED
ANNUALLY
AVERITT CO2 GRAMS PER TON-MILE 2023 91 .115
INDUSTRY AVERAGE 132
Per SmartWay
759 .44337 NOX TOTAL EMISSIONS 2023 TONS
1 .32074 PM 2.5 TOTAL EMISSIONS 2023 TONS Per SmartWay
Use technology that gathers data and measures FUEL EFFICIENCY on an individual tractor level.
Use leading-edge software to PLAN ROUTES EFFICIENTLY and alert drivers to the most cost-effective fueling locations.
Use an automated vehicle ID program that lets drivers bypass weigh stations – REDUCING UNNECESSARY IDLING .
Equip tractors and trailers with LED LIGHTS to reduce light bulb failures and replacements.
Use “Eco-roll” and coast modes to let tractors coast on downgrades and stay in cruise control mode on level grades to MAXIMIZE MPG .
Offer both truckload and intermodal services to provide outstanding transit times and more FUEL-EFFICIENT TRANSPORTATION .
THAT’S JUST THE BEGINNING We continue to move forward on the road to responsibility. Whether it’s through smarter energy use, environmental advocacy, or eco-friendly technology, we never stop finding new and better ways to ensure the impact we make on our environment and in our communities is a positive one.
Improve AERODYNAMICS through such modifications as roof fairings, cab extenders, skirt packages, and more.
CAPTURE 100% of the Freon when servicing our tractor A/C units and recycle accordingly.
Utilize engines with the latest technology in exhaust, gas, and soot regeneration to REDUCE EMISSIONS .
Use LOW-VISCOSITY LUBRICANTS and engine oils for less frequent maintenance service and fewer waste products.
Use automatic transmissions with predictive cruise and coast modes for level grades and downgrades to help INCREASE MPG .
RECYCLE all scrap metal created from in-house maintenance and body work on tractors and trailers.
OUR DRIVE HASN’T GONE UNNOTICED
We’re proud to have been recognized for our sustainability efforts by some of the industry’s leading organizations.
Founding Member
We know our actions have a real and lasting impact on the planet we all share. That’s why a focus on sustainability is woven into every decision we make. At Averitt, we work every day to make measurable, daily improvements – partnering with leading universities, logistics centers, other transportation companies, and industry experts to find new and effective ways to conserve and measure our energy usage. We never stop looking for more environmentally friendly ways to do business. Because we know the choices we make today will directly affect the world we’ll leave behind tomorrow.
THE PATH TO A CLEANER FUTURE
That philosophy is part of our culture.
It’s also a promise we make to ourselves, to our customers, and to future generations… That we will do everything in our power to protect this precious planet we all call home.
Gary Sasser Chairman and CEO Averitt Express
1415 Neal St. P.O. Box 3166 Cookeville, TN 38502-3166 1-800-AVERITT • Averitt.com/Sustainability
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