LATAM Cargo Brasil, the cargo of the LATAM Group, revealed during Intermodal South America 2024 that it will initially offset more than 5 thousand tons of CO2 in partnership with the companies Brix Cargo and Unicargo. These are the first customers of Brazil's cargo business in the “1+1: Compensar para Conservar” program, which aims to offset emissions from flights.
In a long-term commitment, customers will offset 2,5 tons of CO2 in the region, an amount that doubles to 5 tons thanks to LATAM Cargo's contribution, thus covering all emissions generated by Brix Cargo cargo shipments and Unicargo during 2023. In line with its sustainability program, the LATAM group guarantees that its cargo customers will only be responsible for offsetting 50% of their emissions, while the cargo company will be responsible for offsetting the other half. The companies' contribution will benefit certified projects that seek to conserve strategic ecosystems in South America.
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“Brix Cargo and Unicargo are long-time partners of LATAM Cargo. We are very happy that they are the first companies to offset emissions from the flights on which we transport their cargo. LATAM is committed to contributing to aviation that reduces or offsets its greenhouse gas emissions, with a network of customers that help us in this mission”, Said Otávio Meneguette, director of LATAM Cargo Brazil.
“Brix Cargo is proud of its partnership with LATAM in the “1+1: Compensar para Conservar” program. This partnership with LATAM reinforces our commitment to a more sustainable future for the cargo transportation sector. We believe that neutralizing emissions is fundamental to mitigating the effects of climate change and protecting the environment. In this way, we reiterate one of the most important values of our company, which is Social and Environmental Responsibility”, reinforces Leandro Gonçalves, CEO of Brix Cargo.
“We are proud to announce our partnership with LATAM to settle carbon credits on our freight, reaffirming our ongoing commitment to sustainable and responsible practices. Unicargo works with suppliers and also offers customers a solution to meet their scope 3, neutralizing freight charges. This action highlights our efforts to contribute to the environment through the search for innovative solutions for a more sustainable and environmentally conscious future”, highlights Wanderley Soares, CEO of UNICARGO.
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