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Sustainability


As one of the world's leading logistics companies, we strive to be at the forefront of sustainability in the logistics industry. Our first GoGreen products and greenhouse gas emission efficiency targets were launched back in 2008. In addition, we are dedicated to upholding high social and governance standards1) globally. 

1)DHL Group’s sustainability performance is independently evaluated by renowned ESG rating agencies and supplier platforms on an ongoing basis. For more info, please review our ESG presentation.

Committed to Sustainability


We proudly offer a comprehensive portfolio of reduced GHG emissions logistics solutions. 

These cutting-edge products and solutions can empower you to reduce your transportation & distribution and logistics related greenhouse gas emissions through the use of alternative transport solutions and sustainable fuels.  

DHL Group commits to reducing greenhouse gas emissions to the lowest possible level by 2050, which aligns with the latest climate science. Any remaining unavoidable emissions will be offset through recognized permanent carbon removal and storage measures approved by SBTi.

With DHL by your side, you can reduce GHG emissions in your supply chain, while still maintaining high levels of service quality and efficiency.

36,000+

Electric delivery vehicles

1.3 million

Tons of GHG emissions reduced as of 2023

97%

Renewable electricity used in DHL-owned buildings

600,000

Passionate employees connecting people and improving lives

Sustainable Product Portfolio

Find solutions that work for your business


Looking to reduce GHG emissions? Choose from our portfolio of low-emission logistics products and solutions.

Sustainable Logistics Solutions
  • Parcel and Document Shipping
  • Retailer or Volume Shipping
  • Cargo Transportation
  • Enterprise Logistics Services
  • Emission Transparency Logistics Solutions

Case Studies

How DHL is supporting businesses to lower GHG emissions


Discover how our customers are reducing their carbon footprint with DHL logistics.

  • Decarbonizing Express Shipments
  • Decarbonizing Air and Ocean Freight
  • Decarbonizing Road and Rail Transport
  • Decarbonizing End-to-End Transport Operations
  • Circularity and Sustainable Packaging Solutions
  • Decarbonizing Warehousing
  • Decarbonizing E-commerce and Parcel Shipments

Knowledge Hub

Sustainable logistics: All you need to know


Discover the next steps on your sustainability journey

Learn more about
  • Sustainability Key Terms and Definitions
  • Sustainability Reporting
  • Setting Targets
  • Packaging and Circularity
  • Latest Technology
  • The Era of Sustainable Logistics

Sustainability at DHL Group


As one of the world’s leading logistics companies, we have worked hard to set an example for sustainable businesses – from introducing the industry’s first low GHG emission product to being the first logistics company to commit to net-zero emissions.