Providing a greener future.On this Earth Day we encourage… | Redete Nardos | | Starship Technologies | April 2023

Enabling a greener future

This Earth Day is a call to all to think about our impact on the environment. Starship Technologies is proud to be at the forefront of sustainable last-mile delivery, pioneering battery-powered robotic services that are good for your business and the planet.

Our commitment to sustainability is evident in our service areas around the world. By reducing the number of cars and delivery vans in and out of city supermarkets and providing options for students in the United States, we have had a significant impact on reducing our carbon footprint. Choose battery-powered robotic delivery over traditional food delivery methods.

This equates to 645 trips from the UK to Australia, over 2,300 trips from New York to Los Angeles, and 244 trips around the world. By using our battery-powered robot instead of traveling by car, the customer reduced his CO2 emissions entering the atmosphere by approximately 1.7 million kg. This equates to his 6,792 flying hours on the plane.

But that’s not all. We are constantly looking for ways to make our business more sustainable by further reducing our environmental impact. If possible, source a renewable energy provider to charge your robot. We are currently experimenting with different charging methods and deployment processes to increase efficiency while reducing energy consumption.

But sustainability is not only good for the environment, it’s also good for business. Let’s see reality here. Bottom line concerns are the main reason companies are dragging their feet to update their operations towards more sustainable solutions. According to his 2023 study by Mckinsey & Company, looking back over the past five years, products that claim environmental or social benefits saw an 8% increase in cumulative growth compared to those that didn’t. Customers care about sustainability and support it by shifting their buying patterns to sustainable products. In conclusion, the report states, “It is a moral imperative for both consumers and businesses to understand and address these impacts on society and the planet as part of their purchasing decisions and ESG-related actions.” claims can be an important part of fulfilling this moral obligation if they represent true and meaningful environmental and social behavior.”

At Starship, we are proud to help our partners achieve their goals and commitments towards sustainability. Since last year, we’ve partnered with delivery giants like her Grubhub to give students across the country the opportunity to deliver their favorite meals in an environmentally responsible manner while making everyday life on campus more convenient. doing. This benefits universities, students and most importantly the environment. Similarly, we are helping our grocery partners step up their efforts to reduce their carbon footprint by offering store-to-door battery-powered delivery on demand in cities around the world.

We are also passionate about inspiring others to take action towards a greener future. The story of our employee, Andrew Tucker, is a great example. Two years ago, Andrew and his wife donated a car to National Public Radio as part of their vehicle donation program. So they dumped the cars they didn’t need and funded NPR to run local broadcasts, including some of Andrew’s favorites like “Morning Edition,” “The World,” and “Wait Wait Don’t Tell Me.” created. For them, owning a car was an unnecessary headache, and donating it matched their desire to live a greener life. Andrew says working at Starship has inspired him. “

This Earth Day encourages everyone to take action towards a more sustainable lifestyle. Small steps make a difference, like donating a car when you don’t need it, practicing mindful consumption, reducing energy consumption, or simply choosing to walk or bike instead of driving. . By working together, we can create a brighter future for ourselves and the planet.