In the two decades of working with businesses to shape and deliver environmental strategies, I’ve seen a powerful truth emerge time and again: companies that lead on sustainability don’t just reduce their impact, they unlock new opportunities, build stronger, more authentic relationships, and future-proof their operations. At Veho Solutions, that truth is a reality.
Transport and logistics play a vital role in the UK economy, but they also contribute nearly 30% of the nation’s carbon emissions. For a company like Veho, which operates in the heart of this sector, the environmental challenges are significant. But with those challenges come opportunities for positive transformation. Veho acknowledged that clients are putting a greater emphasis on sustainability, and those who take action sooner are the ones who will benefit in the future. That realisation has set the company on a path that’s strategic yet genuine.
Every successful sustainability journey starts with measurement. Veho took the first by thoroughly assessing its carbon footprint, from end to end, providing a clear understanding of where emissions are originating from and where they can make the most significant improvements. But just measuring isn't enough; we need to act.
Veho has rolled out a range of initiatives to become the industry leaders they aspire to be. Focusing resources into increasing staff awareness and fostering ownership throughout the entire team. They proudly have achieved Silver status within the Supply Chain Sustainability School and are 84% of their way to achieving Gold. This journey not only allows collaboration and learning but also sharpens Veho's practices and strategies. Flexibility has been crucial as they weave a robust sustainability approach into all operations. Plus, we’ve comprehensively assessed environmental regulations, and how they intersect with the business.
Sustainability is about people and embedding it into the company culture. It’s our story, and how we tell our story.
Rachel, the Managing Director of Veho Solutions, insisted "we want to go beyond buzzwords", which is why we have adopted a meaningful approach by backing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially those related to climate action, responsible consumption, and building sustainable cities and communities. These principles aren’t just ideals; they're practical guides that influence our real-world decisions in ways that matter to everyone. The 8 Goals we strive to support can be seen on our Sustainability page.
Veho's story isn’t just about what Veho is doing, but what it empowers its clients to achieve. By partnering with a logistics company committed to environmental leadership, customers can shrink their own carbon footprints, meet their ESG goals, and join a larger movement toward a cleaner and more resilient future.
This is just the start. Veho is continuously looking for new ways to lower emissions, boost biodiversity, and innovate in our services. Sustainability is a journey, and Veho are excited to be at the wheel, driving it forward, one mile at a time!
Check our Veho Solutions approach to Sustainability here.
Daniel Cope
Director, Green Lark Environmental Solutions
Advisor to Veho Solutions
www.greenlark.co.uk