Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

Even though we are in unprecedented times, due to the ongoing pandemic, we have to make sure that climate protection and sustainability efforts remain at the forefront. This is why we have taken the decision to neutralize the carbon emission of all our LCL shipments. —Tim Scharwath, CEO DHL Global Forwarding, Freight.

Carbon 321

Carbon Global Emissions Climate Protection 321

Green Car Congress

JULY 15, 2021

Models of the new LNG ships for the Volkswagen Group’s ocean-going fleet. Only unavoidable emissions are offset by climate protection measures. On coastal routes, the Group already operates two car carriers with biofuel produced from plant-based residues such as waste oil from the food industry.

Emissions 476

Emissions Mariner Climate Climate Protection 476

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

The fuel, jointly developed by Volkswagen, the Coburg University and other project partners, contains up to 33% renewable components based exclusively on residual and waste materials and enables CO 2 savings of at least 20% compared to conventional diesel thanks to the use of biofuels. Volkswagen employees tested the new fuel initially.

Renewable 284

Renewable Climate Protection Diesel 2018 284

Green Car Congress

APRIL 19, 2013

At Volkswagen, we are convinced that climate protection and efficient technologies are drivers for economic growth. Volkswagen had already reduced the fuel consumption of its fleet in China, currently including more than 70 models, by 20% between 2005 and 2010. A further reduction of 11% is planned by 2015.

2015 218

2015 China Production Climate Protection 218

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 28, 2014

These technologies include, but are not limited to, advanced aftertreatment and waste heat recovery; lean-burn plus lean-NO x emissions traps; integration of zero-emission miles technologies; further refinements in reducing friction and parasitic energy losses; and widespread utilization of renewable and natural gas and hydrogen blends.

Climate 257

Climate Gas Emissions California 257

Green Car Congress

JULY 18, 2017

Even in the BAU scenario, a reduction in emissions of around 53% is achieved due to expected technological advances and the composition of the vehicle fleet. Preventing competition among environmental protection technologies with bans is a waste of resources and does a disservice to climate protection.

Manufacturer 150

Manufacturer Engine Germany Climate Protection 150