Positive brand image and reduced emissions
Show your customers that you are contributing to a cleaner, more sustainable environment. A lower carbon footprint is a big win for your brand image.
Powerful message to your customers
Company vehicles play a part in your brand image. So moving to electric vehicles can offer a strong message to your customers. An electric vehicle shows your organisation's commitment to reducing energy consumption.
Your customers may notice that your electric vehicles:
- Arrive at their front door in relative silence
- Stand out and turn heads
- Incorporate electric vehicle messaging
Sustainability statement in tenders
When large organisations clean up their operations they expect their suppliers and service providers to follow. We now see tender documents which include sustainability sections. This presents an opportunity for your organisation to gain a competitive edge.
Haulage industry requirements
If your fleet works for hire and reward, or haulage, look for these criteria in the Global Logistics Emissions Council standard, procurement guidance and declaration. Green Public Procurement rules for vehicles and transport services include scoring for energy efficiency and many of the environmental impacts mentioned under service costs.
Transport emissions
Internal combustion engines emit carbon and harmful gases. These are contributing to climate change and having a negative impact on our health. According to the European Environmental Agency 2018 Report, approximately half of premature deaths resulting from local air pollution are attributed to transport. Electric vehicles can combat this trend.
Effect on the environment
In Ireland transport accounts for 39% of greenhouse gas emissions. It is proven that these emissions contribute to climate change.
Effect on human health
Petrol and diesel cars generate other emissions that are harmful to human health. We feel the effects of these emissions directly, particularly in urban areas.
Zero emission vehicles
Electric Vehicles have zero tailpipe emissions. Because they are quieter and smoother to drive they help reduce the stresses of driving. By switching your fleet to electric vehicles you are making an immediate impact.
Renewable electricity
Currently around a third of electricity used to charge your electric vehicle is renewable. However, grid electricity is expected to be 40% renewable by the end of 2020, with a target of 70% renewable by 2030. Therefore, unlike a standard diesel or petrol vehicle, the fuel supplying an electric vehicle is getting cleaner year on year.
Reduce noise pollution
Noise pollution impacts on the quality of life, particularly in cities. Electric vehicles emit very small levels of noise, particularly at low speeds. As with most vehicles, at speeds above approximately 40kph, the noise we hear is generally road noise. Your customers in residential areas may thank you for not disturbing their sleep.
Air Quality
Electric Vehicles significantly improve local air quality, particularly in urban areas. Unlike ICE vehicles, electric vehicles do not emit harmful pollutants such as nitrogen oxide and carbon monoxide. This saves pedestrians and cyclists from breathing in these dangerous gases. Adopting more electric vehicles will lead to a healthier population.