Reduction of the Fleet Impact

The project “Redução do impacto da frota 3M” was created in 2020 with the purpose of reducing the carbon footprint of the company's employees’ 

land transportation. The initiative encompasses several fronts, namely 

-Offsetting 

The land transport inventory of the company's employees was calculated taking the year 2021 as a reference, in partnership with the Ecouniverso consulting firm and audited by the Rina certifier company. An inventory of 2.3 thousand tons of CO2 was observed.Based on this assessment, 3M will promote carbon neutralization on an annual basis to offset the amount emitted.  

- Emissions Reduction: 

Update of the company's supply policy, determining the mandatory use of ethanol, whenever available, regardless of cost. 

Acquisition of two 100% electric Nissan Leaf vehicles, located at the company's headquarters in Sumaré, with the intent of providing employees with the opportunity to contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions during their travels between the Itapetininga and Ribeirão Preto sites, as well as in field visits. Development of an application that enables users to book vehicles, identify the cost to be charged for electricity, and also offer and/or request a ride from other 3M employees.  

Acquisition of two 100% electric Nissan Leaf vehicles, located at the company's headquarters in Sumaré, with the intent of providing employees with the opportunity to contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions during their travels between the Itapetininga and Ribeirão Preto sites, as well as in field visits. Development of an application that enables users to book vehicles, identify the cost to be charged for electricity, and also offer and/or request a ride from other 3M employees. 

 The project is still being executed 

The project is part of a net-zero initiative by the company, with a deadline set for 2050 

The project carries external certification - Rina