MeadWestvaco Bonds With EPA’s SmartWay
Published:22-June-2009
By Staff Reporter
The program brings EPA, freight industry and shippers together to increase energy efficiency.
Virginia-based MeadWestvaco (MWV) has been recognized as a SmartWay Transport Partner by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The program brings the EPA, freight industry and shippers together to increase energy efficiency, by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and fuel consumption associated with ground transportation.
SmartWay Transport Partners commits to ship at least 50% of their goods with carriers, who are also members of the program.
Chris Osen, Vice President of Supply Chain Management, MWV, said: "At MWV, we incorporate sustainability into the entire supply chain. MWV is proud to be a member of this important program, which reflects our commitment to reducing emissions and supports a streamlined transportation approach. Further, by being a trusted partner in sustainability, we help our customers deliver on their sustainability promises."
MeadWestvaco (MWV) provides supply chain management and packaging solutions to global brands in the healthcare, personal and beauty care, food, beverage, media and entertainment, and home and garden industries.
