International express delivery giant DHL is set to offer it’s “carbon-neutral” shipping service in China, the world’s largest emitter of greenhouse gases, starting next month. From China Daily:
A first in the logistics industry, DHL calculates the carbon emissions generated by transporting each specific customer shipment from the country of origin to destination, and offsets these emissions by reinvesting in certified carbon management programs such as alternative fuel vehicle technology, solar panels and reforestation projects.
…Customers have the option to choose the GoGreen service when ordering international express shipments and pay a 3 percent “green premium” on top of standard delivery charges to ship “carbon neutral”.
…In addition to that, DHL is also stepping up its use of low emission and energy efficient vehicles for its pick-up and delivery services in China.
DHL-Sinotrans, a 50-50 joint venture between DHL and China National Foreign Trade Transportation (Group) Corp, has bought 43 delivery vans that meet the stringent Europe IV emission standard.
