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 • Taking daily, measurable steps toward a climate neutral future
We do all this and more to ensure a healthy, hopeful tomorrow for our associates, our customers, our communities, and our planet.
WE’VE BEEN ON THIS PATH FOR DECADES
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 charter 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. As a result, we’ve earned a SmartWay score of 1.25, which represents “Outstanding Environmental Performance,” according to the EPA.
Since joining the SmartWay program, we’ve achieved:
of diesel fuel saved 6.2
REDUCTION in carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions 38% 96% REDUCTION in nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions
MILLION GALLONS
MAKING A MEASURABLE DIFFERENCE
It’s not enough to say you’re committed to change. You’ve got to back up that commitment 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. The following pages highlight a few of these practices and outline ways we plan to continue our ongoing journey toward a fully sustainable future.
REDUCED CARBON EMISSIONS
Innovative tire inflation technology, fleet upgrades, aerodynamic accessories, and a shift to EV forklifts are contributing to reduced CO2 levels in 2022 and beyond:
10,583,612 PROJECTED CO2 ELIMINATED VIA OUR NEW AUTOMATIC TIRE INFLATION SYSTEM LBS/YEAR Based on a 1.4% improvement in fuel economy
CO2 ELIMINATED VIA TRANSTEX SKIRTS
CO2 ELIMINATED VIA ELECTRIC FORKLIFTS
39,193 8,134
679,550
LBS/YEAR Current fleet
TOTAL TONS
842,642 LBS/YEAR With 2023 acquisition
ANNUAL TONS
15 % -27 %
CO2 REDUCTION IN AVERITT TRACTORS
2021 to 2027 models 27% over GHG14 certification to be achieved by 2027
REDUCED & SMARTER FUEL USE
100,000 ANNUAL MILES SAVED THROUGH
AUXILIARY POWER UNITS that reduce fuel use from idling engines.
30 % PICKUP & DELIVERY MILES REDUCTION IN
vs. manual routing, using the Roadnet optimization tool.
3 MINUTES TIME AFTER WHICH IDLING ENGINES
AUTOMATICALLY SHUT DOWN to reduce fuel use as well as wear and tear.
100 % ULTRA-LOW-SULFER DIESEL PERCENTAGE OF VEHICLES USING
to lower emissions of particulate matter and nitrogen oxides.
REDUCED & SMARTER ENERGY USE
Improved trailer aerodynamics and more efficient lighting solutions have combined to produce significant energy and cost savings:
$ 12,811,745 798,997 $ 3,595,485 SAVINGS FROM TRANSTEX SKIRTS
SAVINGS FROM LED LIGHTING
MORE THAN 7 MILLION TOTAL KWH
TOTAL
ANNUALLY
TOTAL GALLONS DIESEL
RECYCLED OIL AND FILTERS
SAVINGS FROM OIL RECYCLING
54,924 TOTAL FILTERS RECYCLED $ 1,227,912 FOR A SAVINGS OF 106,960 TOTAL GALLONS OF OIL RECYCLED $ 1,089,337 FOR A SAVINGS OF
REPURPOSED TIRES
4,600 TOTAL TIRES SCRAPPED SAVINGS FROM TIRE REPURPOSING
$ 46,267 FOR A SAVINGS OF 4,237 TOTAL TIRES REPAIRED $ 128,196 FOR A SAVINGS OF
REDUCED PAPER WASTE
Reducing the average number of pages per LTL shipment by nearly half has drastically reduced our overall paper use. 9,285,100 PAPER SAVINGS LTL REDUCTION in annual pages PREVIOUS AVERAGE: 41,200 PAGES/DAY NEW AVERAGE: 4,500 PAGES/DAY
51,000 LBS
PAPER RECYCLED
ANNUALLY
TOTAL DRIVING EMISSIONS
2022 TOTAL CO2 EMISSIONS
315,994 .23
LTL TRUCKLOAD DEDICATED
TONS
118,584 .12 157,694 .70 592,273 .05
TONS
TONS
TOTAL
TONS
AVERITT CO2 GRAMS PER TON-MILE 99 .7904
INDUSTRY AVERAGE 132
NOX TOTAL EMISSIONS
1 .45774 PM 2.5 TOTAL EMISSIONS TONS
817 .25396
TONS
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.
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 allow tractors to 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 .
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.
Use 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
We’re proud to have been recognized for our sustainability efforts by some of the industry’s leading organizations.
But that’s not why we do it.
We do it because we recognize our responsibility as an industry leader to set a standard for others to follow.
T GONE UNNOTICED
THE PATH TO A CLEANER FUTURE
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.
That philosophy is part of our culture.
We make this promise to ourselves, our customers, and to future generations: 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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