Asda is taking significant steps towards sustainability through the implementation of new bio-LNG refuelling stations.
- The collaboration with Gasrec will see the launch of facilities in Warrington and Dartford, increasing Asda’s bio-LNG stations to 13.
- Currently operating over 780 LNG-powered vehicles, Asda’s fleet is the largest of its kind in the UK.
- The company aims to halve its carbon emissions by 2025 and achieve net zero emissions by 2040.
- A recent partnership with HSBC UK reflects Asda’s broader sustainability-linked initiatives.
Asda, a leading UK supermarket chain, is actively advancing its sustainability agenda by investing in two new bio-liquefied natural gas (bio-LNG) refuelling stations. These facilities are being developed in collaboration with Gasrec, a prominent commercial vehicle fuel producer, and will be located in Warrington and Dartford. This strategic initiative aims to reduce Asda’s overall carbon emissions, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable operations.
The introduction of these new stations will increase Asda’s total number of bio-LNG refuelling facilities to 13, solidifying its position as a front-runner in the adoption of renewable fuels. Asda’s fleet, comprising over 780 vehicles powered by LNG, is the largest of its kind in the United Kingdom. This reflects the company’s strong focus on leveraging alternative fuels to minimise its environmental impact.
As part of its broader commitment to achieving net zero emissions, Asda has set a clear target to reduce operational carbon emissions by 50% by 2025. The current trajectory indicates that the company is on track to meet its 2040 net zero goal. John Rogerson, Asda central fleet operations manager, highlighted the importance of LNG for operators, stating that “LNG trucks are currently the leading alternative fuel option for operators like ourselves”.
Further underscoring its commitment to sustainability, Asda recently launched a new enhancement to its Supply Chain Finance scheme in partnership with HSBC UK. This initiative is sustainability-linked, aligning financial incentives with the company’s environmental goals. Such measures exemplify Asda’s dedication to integrating sustainability into every facet of its operations.
Asda’s investments in bio-LNG infrastructure mark a significant milestone in its journey towards sustainability and carbon neutrality.
