The Philippine unit of Swiss-based global food giant Nestlé said on Friday it signed an agreement with transport firm Mober to integrate electric vehicles (EVs) into its mid- and last-mile delivery operations.
The company said this supports its goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 and helping meet its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals.
quick hit slots“Adding cargo EVs to our distribution fleet is part of our efforts to transform our operations by reducing the carbon emissions of our supply chain,” Nestlé Philippines Head of Supply Chain and Procurement Anderson Martins said in a statement.
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FEATURED STORIES BUSINESS Alfonso lone Filipino in Forbes '50 over 50' list BUSINESS Alfonso lone Filipino in Forbes ‘50 Over 50’ list BUSINESS Ipilan Nickel starts ore exports“We want our consumers to enjoy their favorite Nestlé products knowing that these were produced and distributed to them using 100 percent renewable electricity,” he added.
For their part, Mober Chief Executive Officer Dennis Ng said their company believes in taking bold steps toward reducing carbon emissions.
Article continues after this advertisement“With our eight electric trucks currently servicing Nestlé Philippines’ operations, we’re helping them not only reduce their carbon footprint but also set an example for the [fast-moving consumer goods] industry,” Ng said.
Article continues after this advertisementUnder the partnership, Mober will provide electric trucks to service Nestlé Philippines’ logistics needs across Metro Manila.
Article continues after this advertisementTo ensure seamless and sustainable operations, Mober said it has dedicated a 60 kWh EV charging station powered entirely by renewable electricity at Nestlé Philippines’ Greater Manila Area distribution center (GMADC) in Meycauayan, Bulacan.
The said infrastructure will allow Nestlé’s EV fleet to run entirely on renewable electricity when charged at GMADC, further reinforcing its commitment to sustainability.
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Article continues after this advertisementMober said that compared to EVs charged with grid electricity, which emit approximately 0.68 kg of CO₂ per kWh, using renewable electricity for charging eliminates emissions, setting a new standard for zero-emission logistics.
The use of EVs has been gradually gaining traction in the Philippines. Data from the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI) shows that EV sales in the country reached 10,602 units in 2023, marking a 2.5 percent share of total vehicle purchases.
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Meanwhile, the sales volume of EVs reached 304mango win,765 units from January to August last year, leading to a slight increase in the market share of these vehicles to 3.7 percent.
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