We have made strategic investments to reduce our GHG emissions, decarbonize our fleet, increase energy efficiency at our sites and increase our landfill waste diversion.
Key areas we are reducing our environmental impact
Fleet emissions
Deploying alternative-fuel vehicles, renewable diesel and low-carbon technologies.
Building emissions
Installing energy-efficient equipment and procuring renewable electricity.
Fuel consumption
Optimizing routes and operations, training drivers and using telematics.
Value chain emissions
Engaging suppliers and customers to reduce Scope 3 emissions.
Waste
Reducing waste and standardizing recycling in our operations.
2022 Highlights
Reduced our Scope 2 emissions by 43% compared to our 2020 baseline
Increased our overall landfill diversion rate by 22% year-over-year
Reduced our total emissions per package by 5% compared to our 2020 baseline
We have developed a roadmap to our 2030 goals that puts us on the pathway to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. Our ambitious science-based target uses a 2020 emissions baseline and the methodology set out by the Science Based Targets initiative. Our goals focus on taking meaningful action in key areas of our business that support our ambition to be the greenest courier in Canada.
We’re being recognized for our efforts
Cindy Bailey
Corporate Sustainability Officer
We have set ambitious goals for ourselves, and we are working very hard every day to reduce our carbon footprint and protect our environment. We are committed to investing in alternative fuel vehicles and innovative low-carbon solutions to help us achieve our interim goals and net-zero emissions by 2050.”
Purolator is taking meaningful action to become the greenest courier in Canada while delivering a healthier workplace for its employees and fighting food insecurity across Canada.
Our Environmental Policy
Purolator is committed to high professional standards for our environmental practices. We acknowledge our responsibility to manage the impacts of our operations, address climate change risks and opportunities and strive for continuous improvement across our business.
Governance
To ensure responsible governance at the highest level, Purolator’s Board of Directors are responsible for oversight of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) matters through our ESG Board Committee.
We have made strategic investments...
We have made strategic investments to reduce our GHG emissions, decarbonize our fleet, increase energy efficiency at our sites and increase our landfill waste diversion.
Delivering for our planet
We’re committed to helping Canada meet its target of net-zero emissions by 2050. To achieve this, we make continuous investments in reducing our environmental impact. Our efforts include improving our energy efficiency, reducing our greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and eliminating waste.
See the latest results of our 2022 Sustainability Report: One Team: Delivering the Future.
See our latest results in our 2022 Sustainability Report
One Team: Delivering the Future
Partnerships and industry collaboration
Purolator supports environmental organizations such as Earth Day Canada, Nature Conservancy Canada, and the Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup. We also partner with organizations including:
Purolator is a founding member of the Urban Delivery Solutions Initiative (UDSI). The UDSI is a first-of-its-kind coalition of businesses, clean-energy providers, fleet operators and policy experts that together are tackling the growing problem of urban-freight emissions.
By partnering with Bullfrog Power, Purolator supports the development of sustainable, renewable energy infrastructure in communities across Canada. Bullfrog’s green electricity is a blend of wind, solar and low-impact hydro power sourced from new Canadian renewable energy facilities.
Purolator is participating in Coop Carbone’s last-mile certification pilot project in Quebec. The certification focuses on zero-emission bike and all-electric vehicle last-mile deliveries. The ambition is to develop a truly green and ethical delivery offer across the province.
North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE) and RMI’s Run on Less — Electric (RoL-E) campaign. RoL-E is a best-in-class technology demonstration that showcases advancements in freight efficiency spread across two countries, showing electric truck technology in everyday operation.
News and Updates
Single largest network investment in our 60-year history
Plan to invest $1 billion in fleet decarbonization to achieve 2030 emissions goals.
City of Ottawa and Purolator showcase a package of green delivery options
Unveil new fleet of e-bikes and electric low-speed vehicles operating in the city.
Received top accolades for taking significant steps to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
Canada’s Clean50 and Clean16 Awards presented to organizations and individuals leading the way in climate action
Our environmental policy
Purolator is committed to high professional standards for our environmental practices. We acknowledge our responsibility to manage the impacts of our operations, address climate change risks and strive for continuous improvement across our business.
Governance
To ensure responsible governance at the highest level, we have two teams of senior executives who oversee all of our environmental matters, including strategy, policy and performance. The first is our Board of Directors - Human Resources and Compensation Committee. We’re also supported by our Environmental Steering Committee that directs our company’s environmental strategy and initiatives.
Leading by example: Canadian courier company making bold investments in sustainability
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Read our 2021 Verification Statement
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