Emission CO2
DFDS' environmental policy
CO2 is the most common greenhouse gas, and the volume emitted rises or falls proportionally with fuel consumption. The most effective means of reducing CO2 emissions is therefore to reduce the consumption of bunkers per transported unit.
Reduction of consumption of bunkers
DFDS has initiated a project designed to reduce the consumption of bunkers, and therefore emissions of CO2 into the atmosphere. The project consists of a whole series of technical and operational initiatives, as well as the ongoing registration of consumption. Technical initiatives include, for example, improved engine efficiency, the recycling of excess heat and better management of onboard energy consumption.
The operational aspect involves changing departure and arrival times in order to reduce the ships’ service speed as much as possible, which will therefore reduce the consumption of bunkers. The consumption of bunkers was lowered by approximately 4% in 2008 than in 2007.
Concentration of volumes provide environmental advantages
In addition, the Group's long-term goal is to move the fleet towards bigger ships. Concentrating freight volumes on larger but fewer vessels will also reduce energy consumption and emissions per transported unit.
Targets for reductions
Since 2007, DFDS has been operating with a five-year target to reduce emissions of CO2 by 10%.