"We're proud to be recognized as a leader in reducing carbon pollution and for our ongoing commitment to energy efficiency," says Steve Harmon, vice president of transportation for Kimberly-Clark. "Since we joined SmartWay in 2006, we have been advocates of the program within the industry and have worked with our carriers and internal supply chain partners to reduce emissions. We more than doubled the usage of intermodal transport, which saved 72 million gallons of diesel and reduced CO2 emissions by more than 735,000 metric tons - that's equivalent to taking 138,000 cars off the road for one year."
Kimberly-Clark was one of 11 companies to receive this distinction, representing the best environmental performers of SmartWay's nearly 3000 Partners. This is the fifth time the company has been recognized with this honor since 2006. The shipper and logistics Excellence Awardees were honored at the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals annual conference held in San Antonio, Texas on September 23, 2014.
"On the occasion of our 10-year anniversary, EPA applauds this year's SmartWay Excellence Award recipients. They have demonstrated true leadership in improving operational efficiency and reducing climate altering carbon pollution. These firms are leading their business community to a cleaner, more efficient and sustainable future for goods movement," says Chris Grundler, Director, EPA's Office of Transportation & Air Quality. "Their freight efficiency efforts foster a more sustainable economy and strengthen energy security, while generating environmental results."