Top 10: Sustainable Fleets
Transport accounts for nearly 30% of global emissions each year according to the United Nations. Around a tenth of that comes from the logistics sector, driven by the energy-intensive movement of goods across complex global supply chains.
At the heart of this emissions footprint lies an energy challenge.
The heavy reliance on fossil fuels for transport continues to place unsustainable demands on energy systems and infrastructure.
Electrification is now widely regarded as the most viable route to energy decarbonisation in the transport sector. By replacing internal combustion engines with electric drivetrains powered by renewables, companies can drastically reduce their reliance on oil and gas, while accelerating their net zero strategies.
EVs, when paired with clean electricity sources, are not just emissions-reducing assets, they are energy efficiency multipliers.
From warehouses to last-mile delivery, EVs are helping companies stabilise their energy usage, improve resilience and drive down operational costs.
Sustainable fleets, whether fully electric, hybrid or powered by alternative fuels like hydrogen, are also helping to diversify energy inputs and support national and global efforts to decarbonise grids, balance loads and reduce peak demand pressures.
This week, we profile 10 standout electrification programmes that show how industry leaders are driving the energy transition through transport.
10. Siemens
Revenue: US$83.1bn
Employees: 320,000
CEO: Roland Busch
Founded: 1847
Siemens is advancing its net zero goal by 2030 through fleet electrification and strategic energy investments.
As part of the EV100 initiative, it will fully electrify vehicles under 3.5 tonnes and halve emissions from those up to 7.5 tonnes.
Supporting this, Siemens is scaling smart charging infrastructure to reduce fossil fuel dependence, cut operational emissions and align its transport strategy with broader energy transition goals – demonstrating how corporate fleets can accelerate low-carbon energy adoption at scale.
9. Schneider Electric
Revenue: US$38.7bn
Employees: 150,000
CEO: Olivier Blum
Founded: 1836
Schneider Electric is embedding sustainability into its core strategy, with fleet electrification a key focus.
The company plans to electrify 14,000 vehicles globally by 2025, positioning employees as central to driving this shift.
“Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do and, everyday, our employees have a crucial role to play in positively impacting climate,” says David Hall, Vice President of Power Systems.
This initiative supports Schneider’s broader aim of delivering tangible, climate-positive outcomes across its operations.
8. IKEA
Revenue: US$50.4bn
Employees: 219,000
CEO: Jesper Brodin (Ingka Group)
Founded: 1943
IKEA is targeting zero-emission deliveries by 2025, doubling its EV fleet annually since 2017 (except FY22).
Its energy transition strategy includes cutting CO₂ from logistics, partnering with authorities and adopting tech suited to local infrastructure.
Progress is tracked and reported to ensure accountability.
This collaborative model supports the wider shift to cleaner transport systems and reduces reliance on fossil fuels, placing IKEA at the forefront of energy-conscious logistics and demonstrating how retail can lead in fleet decarbonisation.
7. DHL
Revenue: US$87.5bn
Employees: 594,000
CEO: Tobias Meyer
Founded: 1969
DHL is driving a major energy shift, aiming for 60% of deliveries to be EV-led by 2030.
With more than 90,000 vehicles, electrification demands large-scale transformation.
“Every major DHL region worldwide now operates electric vehicles in the last mile,” says Ben Gesing, Director of Global Ground Operations at DHL Express.
This push reduces dependence on fossil fuels and cuts emissions across logistics hubs, positioning DHL as a leader in energy-conscious fleet operations and the transition to cleaner ground transport.
6. UPS
Revenue: US$91bn
Employees: 500,000
CEO: Carol B. Tomé
Founded: 1907
UPS has a long legacy with EVs dating back to the 1930s.
Today, it is advancing the energy transition by modernising its network with electric vehicles and energy-efficient facilities.
In 2022, UPS electrified its fleet in China, highlighting its global push toward cleaner logistics.
The company aims for 40% of its ground operations to run on alternative fuels by 2025, reducing fossil fuel reliance and reinforcing its commitment to sustainable energy use across international delivery networks.
5. PepsiCo
Revenue: US$91.5bn
Employees: 318,000
CEO: Ramon Laguarta
Founded: 1965
PepsiCo is advancing energy transition through a mixed fleet strategy focused on decarbonisation.
Partnering with Einride and Tesla, it is adopting EVs while also exploring hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) diesel to reduce reliance on conventional fuels.
The use of HVO trucks to move Walkers' products reflects a pragmatic shift towards lower-emission transport.
With significant GHG reductions forecast by 2024, PepsiCo’s efforts highlight the role of alternative fuels and electrification in shaping sustainable, energy-efficient logistics.
4. Walmart
Revenue: US$648bn
Employees: 2.1 million
CEO: Doug McMillon
Founded: 1962
Walmart is accelerating its energy transition by electrifying its entire fleet by 2040.
The company has ordered Tesla Semis, deployed EV delivery vans and is installing charging stations nationwide.
It’s also piloting autonomous electric delivery vehicles to cut emissions across its vast logistics network.
After doubling fleet efficiency between 2005 and 2015, Walmart is sustaining momentum through close collaboration with manufacturers and policymakers, demonstrating how large-scale retail can drive systemic change in clean transport and energy use.
3. Amazon
Revenue: US$576bn
Employees: 1,532,000
CEO: Andy Jassy
Founded: 1994
Amazon is reshaping its energy footprint by electrifying its vast delivery network, a key pillar of its Climate Pledge to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2040.
With transport representing a major source of energy consumption and emissions, the company is shifting from fossil fuels to cleaner alternatives at scale.
Its landmark order of 100,000 electric delivery vans from Rivian, the largest commercial EV order to date, signals a strategic move towards low-emission transport powered by electricity.
Thousands of these vehicles are already operational across the United States.
Amazon is simultaneously expanding its electric fleets in Europe while investing in the supporting charging infrastructure.
This transition enables the integration of renewables and reduces dependency on conventional fuels.
To date, Amazon’s electric fleet has delivered more than 680 million packages globally, with one billion in sight.
The initiative highlights how logistics-driven companies can drive meaningful change through long-term investment in clean energy and electrified mobility.
2. XPO Logistics
Revenue: US$7.7bn
Employees: 39,000
CEO: Mario Harik
Founded: 2000
XPO Logistics is accelerating its energy transition through large-scale fleet electrification and fuel diversification.
As a major less-than-truckload (LTL) carrier across North America and Europe, the company is replacing fossil-fuelled vehicles with cleaner alternatives to reduce energy-related emissions.
It has committed to deploying 165 Renault Trucks E-Tech electric rigids and aims for 25% of deliveries to be EV-managed by 2030, targeting more than 26,000 tonnes in CO₂ reductions.
Beyond electrification, XPO is investing in hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) vehicles, expanding the use of renewable fuels across its network of 550 facilities.
This dual-path strategy, combining electric mobility with alternative fuels, enables XPO to reduce reliance on conventional energy sources while maintaining operational flexibility.
By focusing on low-emission transport powered by electricity and cleaner fuels, XPO is strengthening the resilience and sustainability of its freight operations, showing how logistics leaders can balance decarbonisation with energy efficiency at scale.
1. FedEx
Revenue: US$87.7bn
Employees: 500,000+
CEO: Raj Subramaniam
Founded: 1971
FedEx is accelerating its energy transition through a multifaceted strategy focused on renewable power, fleet electrification and carbon reduction.
The company is rolling out renewable energy solutions across its facilities while converting delivery vehicles to electric alternatives and exploring natural carbon sequestration methods for long-term climate impact.
In 2024, FedEx introduced a range of eco-friendly vehicles, including EVs and emission-free motorcycles in Brazil and electric fleets in Canada, Chile, Spain, the UK, the Netherlands and the UAE.
A major milestone was reached in February 2024, when FedEx Express completed its first international EV-powered delivery between Malaysia and Singapore.
The journey required only one charging stop in Johor and reduced emissions by 100kg compared to a diesel vehicle.
This cross-border deployment highlights the operational viability of EVs for long-haul delivery and reinforces FedEx’s goal of achieving carbon-neutral operations by 2040 through clean energy integration and low-emission transport innovation.
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