Environmental footprint
Proactively reducing the environmental footprint from the complete value chain by working actively with emission reduction, resource use and energy efficiency is central to Scania’s daily operations.
Scania works to use resources as efficiently as possible in our operations and in our production processes. Our efforts are built on the precautionary principle and the lifecycle perspective aiming to contribute to a circular economy. Our core value ‘elimination of waste’ guides us in our work to continuously improve our processes in areas such as CO2 emissions, energy, waste and water.
Scania’s strategic plan includes energy efficiency, reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, reduction in water usage and reduction of waste in total and increased recycling as a natural and integral part of business.
Our product development and all our production sites are certified according to ISO 14001. Scania’s environmental management system builds on ISO 14001 and is regulated in a global environmental policy. The purpose of the policy is to ensure that Scania operates according to the highest global standard in all relevant environmental areas.
To manage our climate impact, we are committed to reducing emissions throughout our entire value chain and across all relevant scopes. We have set one strong CO2 reduction target that apply to the whole company, approved by the Science Based Targets initiative. By 2025, Scania aims to achieve a 50 percent CO2 reduction in both our industrial and commercial operations compared to 2015. This is complemented with CO2 reduction target related to our logistics.
Almost all greenhouse gases (GHG) emitted by our operations is CO2, derived from direct and indirect energy use. GHG emissions have been greatly reduced by energy efficiency measures and the achievement of 100% fossil-free electricity in our industrial operations.
One of our priorities is continuous improvements of energy efficiency. Scania has decided on a target to reduce the usage of energy within the production: by 2025 we aim to reduce energy usage by 25 percent from its level in 2015. To support this target all Scania units have developed energy roadmaps and are now continuing with execution of improvement activities. All Scania production sites use a LEAN inspired method to identify and eliminate energy waste.
It is important for Scania to have a trustworthy way of handling waste. Scania has decided on two targets to increase reuse and recycling within production: by 2025 we aim to reduce the amount of waste material that is not recycled by 50 percent from its level in 2015. To support this targets all units have studied material flows to identify ways to reduce waste and increase recycling of materials.
Scania’s production processes are not water-intensive, and water is primarily used in closed systems. There is continuous improvement efforts to reduce water use and thereby also the management of waste water. Scania reviews its production facilities to identify impact in areas with limited water resources. In 2020 a new target was set to reduce water use per produced vehicle with 40 percent 2015-2025.
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Scania's Science Based Targets
To manifest our commitment and be transparent on progress, we have set science based carbon reduction targets (SBT), that commits us to reduce emissions at the scale and pace science dictates necessary to limit global warming. -
Responsible chemical use
Hazardous substances are used to meet complex technical performance requirements of today’s vehicles, but their use must be carefully managed. Two areas are critical to managing hazardous substances – limiting the use in production processes and in our products during operation.
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02 Apr 2024
The silent 70-tonne Scania timber truck
SCA’s first electric timber truck is a Scania with a technical capability of up to 70 tonnes total weight. -
11 Mar 2024
Wind turbine triumph - Chi Deh’s unwavering trust in Scania trucks
In Taiwan's wind energy sector, Chi Deh relies on Scania trucks for intricate wind turbine projects. For decades, Scania trucks have provided robust power and reliability, serving a pivotal role for precision in engineering operations. -
20 Feb 2024
What life is like at Scania - meet David and Christine
To work at a big, global company – what’s that really like? Meet David and Christine, Scania employees developing the system in the electric vehicle that communicates with the charger. They tell you about their world, and there may be a lot more fun in their everyday challenges than you think. -
05 Feb 2024
Electric Scania truck in action at LKAB mine in northern Sweden
The heavy tipper is the reason why long-term LKAB employee Stig Hoffner still hasn’t retired. It is too much fun driving an electric vehicle every day. -
22 Jan 2024
DHL operates Scania’s pantograph-equipped truck on e-roads
Less noise, less disruption, less emission. That is what electrified roads have for the heavy transport industry, as DHL joins the potential of e-roads and takes delivery of a pantograph-equipped truck. -
08 Jan 2024
From combustion engines to electricity – David made a smooth transition
Battery development expert and chemist David Raymand embarked on a transformation journey that mirrors Scania's evolution. Once a senior in combustion engine development, David now stands as a prominent figure in battery technology. -
13 Dec 2023
Scania awarded for its sustainable electric trucks
Scania has been awarded the “European Transport Award” in the category ”Electrified trucks” based on their sustainability aspects. According to the organiser, Huss-Verlag in Munich and the magazine “Transport”, Scania’s trucks excelled in environmental protection in combination with economic success and social responsibility. The jury consisted of five prominent members representing media, academia and federal authorities. -
04 Dec 2023
Scania gas trucks for Italian CST Logistica Trasporti
CST Logistica Trasporti deals with freight transport, in northern and central Italy, with food at room temperature and controlled temperature as a specialty. The constant renewal of their fleet gives greater efficiency and lower environmental impact, the latest addition being Scania gas trucks. -
29 Nov 2023
Scania to push for sustainable value chains at COP28
The shift towards a sustainable transport system requires that the value chain working together in one joint direction. At COP28, targeting a swift lockstep transition, Scania will call on transport buyers to drive change by using their spending power and policymakers to introduce effective incentives. -
26 Oct 2023
Scania Chassis Assembly ready for boom of electric trucks
The year 2023 will go down in Scania's history as the year that electrification truly happened. A new battery cell co-developed with Northvolt that will last the truck’s lifetime, tests of Megawatt Charging System with ABB, and the Battery Assembly was set up adjacent to the Chassis Assembly. The latter had its greatest redesign since it was built in the 1960s, both the actual building and the people working there.