Climate+

Use of 100% renewable power:

By using 100% renewable power, your goods are transported CO_²e-neutral* on all electrified routes in Germany and other countries. We determine the exact energy requirements of your shipments using the independent tool EcoTransIT World and purchase the corresponding amount of renewable power from renewable energy sources. The renewable power we purchase thus replaces what would otherwise have been conventional energy in the traditional traction energy mix. This directly protects the climate. The use of renewable energy in Germany is subject to audits by the TÜV SÜD technical inspection association. We provide you with a certificate for the CO_² savings made. These savings can then be taken into account in your carbon footprint. 

Use of biofuels:

DB Cargo already delivers around 95% of its transport volume on electrified routes. Through the exclusive use of biofuels we are now supporting you to save plenty of CO_² on non-electrified routes as well. We exclusively use fossil-free hydrotreated vegetable oils (HVO) for shunting services or on diesel-powered rail routes within Germany. This reduces your greenhouse gas emissions by around 90% compared to conventional diesel. We also offset residual emissions produced upstream. 
We only use HVO from biological residues and waste materials. This means that cultivable land for food is preserved. In addition, the HVO we use is free from palm oil. 

Investment in climate protection projects:

CO_² emissions cannot always be eliminated. In additon to the use of renewable energy and biofuels, we offset transport emissions which could not be avoided, e.g. the emissions produced by trucks in pre-carriage and onward carriage. To achieve this, we calculate the total CO_² emissions created by the supply chain. You decide how much of these emissions you would like to offset. Together with atmosfair we then invest in selected sustainability projects which meet both CDM and Gold Standard, thus fulfilling strict quality criteria. The projects foster the growth of renewable energy sources, thereby helping to reduce CO_² emissions. Additionally, they support sustainable development in the regions where they are taking place by promoting technology transfer and the creation of local economic structures. 

*DB Cargo ensures CO₂e neutrality by using 100% renewable power or HVO, depending on the route and requirements, and offsetting residual emissions by supporting climate protection projects in accordance with the VCS + Social Carbon/CCBS or Gold standard.

Are you interested? Please contact our customer advisor for more information!