FedEx expands EV operations in South Korea

To support the expanded use of electric vehicles, FedEx has installed charging infrastructure with eight chargers at its Sangam office and four at its Gimpo office.

“Transitioning to electric vehicles is essential for reducing environmental impact,” said Park Won-bin, Managing Director of FedEx Korea. “This expansion demonstrates our commitment to reducing carbon emissions and realizing a more sustainable future with our communities. We will continue investing in smart and sustainable logistics solutions for a cleaner and more resilient future.”

FedEx aims for carbon-neutral operations worldwide by 2040 through various sustainability initiatives beyond adopting electric vehicles. These include aircraft modernization, alternative fuels like Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), fuel reduction strategies, energy-efficient facility designs, and scientific research into nature-based carbon removal methods.

Through operational efficiency initiatives centered around aviation, FedEx achieved a 6.1% reduction in direct emissions (Scope 1) from fiscal year 2023 to fiscal year 2024. The company also signed an agreement at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) for over three million gallons of blended SAF over one year.

Additionally, FedEx launched FedEx Sustainability Insights—a cloud-based tool providing past carbon emission data on shipments within the FedEx network—to help customers manage their carbon footprint and develop sustainability strategies effectively.