Linfox Chairman, Peter Fox is delighted to announce that the company cut its rate of greenhouse gas emissions by 28% between 2007 and 2009.

"In 2007 we set a target to reduce the rate of emissions by 15% by 2010," Fox says.

"Our strategy has delivered a far greater cut, 12 months ahead of schedule."

Federal Minister for Climate Change, Senator Penny Wong says all Australian businesses need to do their bit to help reduce Australia’s emissions.

"Linfox is to be congratulated for its outstanding achievement in cutting greenhouse gas emissions,’’ Senator Wong says.

"By surpassing its own emissions reductions targets, Linfox’s efforts serve as an example for all Australian businesses.’’

"I am proud that our people achieved such an exceptional result in such a short period," Peter Fox says.

"Linfox developed a strategy to reduce its carbon footprint, because there are win-wins for business and the environment and because we share an obligation to future generations. We lead our industry in addressing climate change."

"Our customers also want to reduce their carbon footprint through our operations and we are working closely with them in many areas to develop more environmentally efficient processes." Linfox implemented a suite of measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, including:

• Eco-driver training to reduce fuel consumption
• Smarter warehouse lighting systems to reduce electricity use
• Carbon mapping to identify the environmental impact of logistics choices
• Better utilisation of vehicles and other assets.

"The strategy has been embraced by our people and we are sharing our knowledge with our customers,' Fox says. "The 2008-09 result has been independently audited."

"We will continue to improve our environmental performance using better processes, research, efficient technologies and the commitment of our people. Reducing our carbon footprint has become part of our business strategy."