Sustainable transport
Truly sustainable transport is our vision. And through continual research and development into new technology and renewable fuels, we are striving to make that vision a reality.
With goods transport projected to grow by 50 percent over the next twenty years, the European Union has set the target of a 20 percent reduction in emissions by 2020. But Scania has set the bar even higher. To make a real contribution to sustainability, Scania’s vision is that carbon dioxide emissions per tonne transported can be reduced by 50 percent between 2000 and 2020.
How can this be achieved?
Most important contributions:
• Consistently improved logistics with the help of intelligent transport services (ITS).
• Improved driver skills and strong driver support.
• Continuous optimisation of every aspect of truck technology – from increasingly efficient powertrains to better aerodynamics and hybridisation.
• Revised legislation to promote the use of longer vehicle combinations that carry more cargo.
• Gradually introducing alternatives to conventional fuels. More than half of Scania’s research and development budget is dedicated to increasing sustainability.
Environmental strategy from a life cycle perspective
From production to end-of-life treatment, we actively strive to minimise environmental impact. With one of the most efficient production systems in the world, and using modular components, Scania minimises waste in every form. Hazardous materials are only used where absolutely necessary – and their handling and disposal are tightly controlled.To deal properly with vehicles at the end of their service lives, Scania provides detailed dismantling and disposal protocols. Many parts are designed to be recycled and are marked for easy identification.
