In a stride towards sustainability, XPO Logistics and Daimler Truck UK Limited have announced that their partner site in Willen, Milton Keynes, has achieved carbon neutral status.
The certification, awarded by Carbon Neutral Britain, encompasses the expansive 140,000ft2 distribution centre and the domestic UK distribution of aftersales parts. This centre, which began operations in 2022, stands as a testament to the power of partnership in advancing sustainability goals.
Dan Myers, managing director, UK and Ireland at XPO Logistics, expressed pride in the accomplishment, stating: “This certification demonstrates what can be achieved when two businesses with shared values come together to tackle a problem. It is just one step on our journey together to build a more sustainable future.”
Echoing this sentiment, Richard Skidmore, director, customer service and parts at Daimler Truck UK Limited, highlighted the alignment of values between the two companies. “We take carbon emissions seriously, and working with XPO Logistics means we have a partner that is completely aligned with our business culture. This has allowed both of us to work effectively to achieve carbon neutral status at this site, and we will continue to work on further reducing our emissions where we can.”
The journey to carbon neutrality involved several initiatives aimed at controlling and reducing emissions. The site was built to BREEAM ‘Excellent’ standards, and it utilises green energy to complement on-site renewable energy generation from a solar array. Efficient material flow management minimises waste, while resources are reused wherever possible. High rates of packaging material segregation and recycling are maintained, rainwater is harvested to lessen demand on water resources, and biodiversity is promoted with on-site bee hives, rewilded land, and natural attenuation ponds.
Moreover, sustainable travel plans are available to all colleagues, encouraging walking and cycling to minimise road journeys. The installation of advanced LED lighting systems with zoning control technologies further enhances energy efficiency.
