Drive your business towards sustainability with DHL's Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)

Today’s customers expect more than just great products or services, they want to support businesses that are committed to sustainability. In fact, the pressure is mounting as consumers are increasingly turning to brands that actively reduce their environmental impact, especially in how they handle logistics and shipping.

That’s where DHL Express’s GoGreen Plus service steps in, a powerful and practical green logistics solution to help businesses reduce their shipping-related carbon emissions by using Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)

GoGreen Plus: A tailored sustainability solution

GoGreen Plus is DHL Express’ innovative program that allows businesses to significantly reduce the carbon emissions associated with their air shipments. The secret? SAF, a renewable alternative to conventional jet fuel made from materials like waste oils, agricultural residues, and other sustainable sources.

With GoGreen Plus, businesses can:

• Choose the level of SAF they want to use

• Reduce emissions by reducing Scope 3 emissions directly in the logistics chain

• Adapt sustainability efforts to fit shipment size or budget

Whether you’re a small e-commerce brand or a large-scale enterprise, GoGreen Plus gives you the flexibility to act today for a greener tomorrow. 

What is Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)?

Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is transforming the aviation industry by offering a low-carbon alternative to traditional jet fuel. Derived from renewable sources such as used cooking oil, agricultural residues, and municipal waste, SAF can reduce lifecycle carbon emissions by up to 80% compared to conventional jet fuel. 

This significant reduction is achieved through a closed-loop process, where feedstocks absorb CO₂ during growth, thereby offsetting the emissions released upon combustion. SAF's compatibility with existing aircraft and infrastructure ensures a seamless transition, making it a vital component in the aviation sector's journey toward achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.

Why it matters – Now More Than Ever

Sustainability is more than just a buzz word. It’s one of the most significant trends to impact all industries in recent times. Within the e-commerce sector, for example, online shoppers are increasingly concerned with the environmental impact of their purchases, with 88% saying they are more likely to be loyal to a business which supports environmental issues¹. 

Perhaps your business has already made some greener changes – switching to recyclable packaging or joining a carbon offsetting scheme. But there’s an exciting new way to transform your logistics, with DHL’s landmark scheme allowing customers to use Sustainable Aviation Fuel for their deliveries.    

How GoGreen Plus works with SAF?

DHL Express makes it easy for businesses to adopt SAF through its GoGreen Plus service, offering two flexible options. Businesses can opt for the contractual model, which enables them to specify their desired level of CO₂e reduction and investment in SAF.

DHL Express utilises these contributions exclusively for SAF procurement, with the impact independently verified annually. Participating companies receive a certificate reflecting their emission reductions, which can be used in their Scope 3 reporting. 

DHL Express also provides invoicing flexibility, either as a lump sum or per-pound charge, and includes a complimentary Carbon Footprint report. Alternatively, through MyDHL+, DHL Express’s online shipping platform, businesses can select GoGreen Plus on a per-shipment basis, instantly applying a standard ~30% CO₂e reduction. This approach ensures both large enterprises and SMEs can easily integrate sustainable practices into their logistics.

Why SAF matters: Business benefits of adopting GoGreen Plus

Adopting Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) through DHL Express's GoGreen Plus service offers businesses in Bangladesh a strategic advantage in today's eco-conscious market. By reducing Scope 3 emissions, those indirect emissions within the value chain, companies can enhance their sustainability credentials, appealing to the environmentally aware consumers. 

This proactive approach aligns with global sustainability goals, positioning businesses as leaders in corporate responsibility. Additionally, GoGreen Plus offers flexibility, enabling businesses to tailor their CO₂e reduction targets and incorporate sustainable practices into their logistics operations.

DHL Express’s commitment to sustainability and SAF usage

DHL Group is committed to achieving net-zero logistics-related emissions by 2050. To realize this ambitious goal, the company has entered into strategic partnerships with leading SAF producers, including BP and Neste. These collaborations involve the procurement of over 800 million litres of SAF through 2026, marking one of the largest SAF agreements in the aviation industry to date.

The SAF supplied by BP and Neste is produced from waste oils and residues, offering a lifecycle greenhouse gas emission reduction of up to 80% compared to traditional jet fuel. This significant reduction is a crucial step toward DHL's interim target of achieving 10% SAF blending in all air transport by 2026. 

Furthermore, DHL Express is expanding its SAF procurement efforts globally, including the introduction of SAF at Chubu Centrair International Airport in Japan, making it the first airport in Asia to supply SAF to DHL Express.

Through these initiatives, DHL Express is not only advancing its sustainability objectives but also setting a benchmark for the logistics industry in adopting cleaner, more sustainable fuel alternatives.

Ready to make a sustainable change? Start using GoGreen Plus with DHL Express and take the first step on your journey to a greener future.