UPS this week released a survey showing that 95% of companies are concerned about the impact of urbanization, with almost half feeling unprepared. So it’s doing its part to lessen its own environmental impact while also advancing mobility solutions.
This week it became the first US customer of Daimler’s new electric trucks. “We constantly evaluate and deploy advanced technologies that enable sustainable, innovative solutions for our fleet,” said Carlton Rose, UPS president, global fleet maintenance and engineering.
The global logistics leader, which turned 110 on August 28, is committed to 25% of its vehicles purchased annually being powered by alternative fuels or advanced technology by 2020, and that 25% of the electricity it consumes will come from renewable energy sources by 2025.
UPS set out to drive 1 billion miles in alternative fuel and advanced technology vehicles by the end of 2017 and has surpassed that goal. A boom in e-commerce packages over the last decade has the company investing in its network to handle the volume.
It’s also escalating its investment in solar energy by $18 million providing a five-fold increase in the amount of power generated from solar at UPS facilities currently. UPS will purchase more than 26,000 solar panels during the expansion.
The company is investing in smart logistics solutions as drones emerge as a viable delivery method. It’s also positioning itself as a global supply chain specialist, launching United Problem Solvers campaign. It also redesigned its website to make its user experience easier and more intuitive than ever.
The company is also leveraging virtual reality, using HTC headsets for driver safety training by simulating driving its delivery trucks. As the brand commented on Facebook,
“Virtual reality isn’t just for gaming and experiencing new products. We’re using VR technology to change the course on driver safety training. VR complements real-world training to deeply engage our employees in the UPS Integrad curriculum. We use the latest in technology to ensure we’re protecting both our employees and communities they serve.”
The world’s largest package delivery company delivers more than 15 million packages every day to more than 7.9 million customers in more than 220 countries and territories worldwide. Known for its iconic brown delivery trucks and uniforms, giving the company the nickname Brown, UPS also operates its own airline and air cargo delivery service.
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