2024 ESG Highlights
RENEWABLE ENERGY INITIATIVE
Driving sustainability forward through our commitment to renewable energy solutions.
GOAL
100% renewable electricity via our supplier
INITIATIVES
Installation of Solar Panels as a source of energy
RESULTS
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Trackable energy stats
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Reduced carbon
GOAL
Our goal is to enhance our utilization of renewable energy sources by implementing the Solar Panel Initiative. By investing in solar panel installations, we aim to ensure that a significant portion of our electricity comes from renewable sources, thereby reducing our carbon footprint. We will track energy production and carbon savings to measure the effectiveness of this initiative and demonstrate our commitment to sustainability and responsible energy consumption. Through this initiative, we seek to lead by example in the transition toward a greener, more sustainable future.
SOLAR PANEL INITIATIVE
In 2024, Valley Northern launched the Solar Panel Initiative as part of our commitment to renewable energy and reducing our carbon footprint. After discovering inconsistencies in the renewable electricity claims of our previous electricity supplier, we took proactive steps to secure a more reliable source of renewable energy.
Overview
To ensure that our operations utilize as much renewable energy as possible, we decided to invest in solar panel installations. This initiative is designed to enhance our sustainability efforts and provide a dependable source of green energy.
Actions Taken
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Investment in Solar Panels – Engaged consultants to assess our energy needs and determine the feasibility of solar energy solutions.
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Carbon Savings Projection – The consultants estimated that the solar panel installation would result in a significant annual reduction in carbon emissions.
Future Tracking
With the solar panels now installed, we will monitor actual energy production and carbon savings over time to assess the impact of this initiative on our renewable energy goals. Through the Solar Panel Initiative, Valley Northern reinforces its commitment to sustainable energy practices and aims to lead by example in the transition to renewable energy sources.
REDUCING CARBON EMISSIONS
Enhancing sustainability by optimizing delivery practices to minimize carbon emissions.
GOAL
Reducing carbon emissions on customer deliveries
INITIATIVES
Order consolidation campaign
RESULTS
Streamlined logistics, minimizing carbon emissions from transport activities.
GOAL
Our goal is to promote order consolidation among our customers through the Order Consolidation Campaign. By encouraging customers to combine their smaller orders into larger shipments, we aim to minimize unnecessary deliveries and reduce transportation-related carbon emissions. Through effective customer service training and ongoing efforts, we seek to create a more sustainable logistics process that not only enhances operational efficiency but also aligns with our commitment to environmental stewardship.
ORDER CONSOLIDATION CAMPAIGN
In 2024, Valley Northern launched the Order Consolidation Campaign as part of our strategy to reduce carbon emissions associated with transportation. Recognizing that many customers placed multiple smaller orders to the same delivery addresses, we initiated this campaign to encourage order consolidation and minimize unnecessary travel.
Overview
The campaign focuses on motivating customers to add more products to their shipments, thus reducing delivery frequency and the associated carbon footprint.
Actions Taken
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Customer Service Training – We trained our customer service team to actively promote adding on to orders, helping customers understand the benefits of bulk ordering for both convenience and sustainability
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Ongoing Efforts – The campaign is currently in progress and is showing promising results in encouraging customers to consolidate their orders.
Environmental Impact
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Reduced Carbon Emissions – By consolidating orders, we aim to significantly decrease transportation emissions, supporting our overall carbon reduction goals.
he Order Consolidation Campaign reflects Valley Northern's commitment to sustainability by optimizing logistics and promoting eco-friendly practices among our customers.
