176 electric vehicles in operation, 293 charging points
At many of our own sites, all electricity is supplied by certified renewable sources. That’s been the case since 2021.
Jacob Fischer, Head of Technology and International Operations
Because responsibility matters
At GLS, we love parcels – and we love the world we deliver them in. That’s why we act responsibly from the very first kilometre to the last.
We believe the future is electric – and we’ve already plugged in. We are continuously building the infrastructure as technology improves, and more and more electric vehicles become part of our distribution fleet. At many of our own sites, all electricity used is supplied by certified renewable sources. It’s not about being perfect – it’s about taking responsibility. Daring to test new solutions, investing in what works, and learning from what doesn’t. We believe that small steps lead to big leaps – when we take them together. And we do.
Because it matters.
When we switched to certified renewable electricity in 2021, hardly anyone noticed.
And that was exactly the point – many of the biggest changes happen quietly.
At our depot in Ringsted, one third of the electricity used during daytime hours is now produced by solar panels on the roof. The total annual output corresponds to the normal consumption of 81 households.
Electrifying the fleet
Electrifying the fleet
Energy audits
Energy audits
2 completed (2016, 2021), with savings of up to 1,389 MWh
Electricity and heating
Electricity and heating
Certified renewable electricity since 2021 and heating from renewable sources at 10 out of 11 Danish GLS depots
Waste management
Waste management
Increased recycling rate from 65% to 92% in five years
Electric trucks
Electric trucks
Following pilot projects with both gas and electric trucks, 1 electric truck is currently in operation – we closely monitor the technology and scale up where possible
ClimateProtect ambassadors
ClimateProtect ambassadors
Local changemakers promote responsible behaviour across locations
ISO14001
ISO14001
Certified environmental management – proof of responsibility in action
Local and national measures
Local and national measures
Speed limits, idle reduction, and Euronorm requirements
The green transition can move fast. We currently have 176 electric vehicles on the road, and in just four months* we’ve increased the number of charging outlets by 205%.
We’re continuously expanding our infrastructure as technology advances, and more electric vehicles join our distribution fleet.
*June to September 2025
In just six months, I’ve converted my entire fleet – I now deliver all GLS parcels in 12 postcodes across Southern Denmark using 100% electric vehicles.
Hassan Javer, Nem Fragt, distribution partner for GLS
