Nottingham-based logistics firm Mitchells of Mansfield, part of Palletways UK, has launched the Carbon Co-op initiative to advance its decarbonisation efforts.

Mitchells of Mansfield is part of Palletways UK’s network of over 120 depots, leveraging shared resources to deliver palletised freight efficiently. Palletways Group, known for its IT and operational systems, spans over 450 depots and 20 hubs, providing services across 24 European countries, including the UK.

Partnering with climate action platform Ecologi, the Carbon Co-op allows businesses to offset consignment emissions by paying a small fee based on travel distance. These fees support global climate projects aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals. Businesses in the Carbon Co-op can track their impact through Ecologi's “virtual forest”, monitoring CO2 avoided, and trees planted.

Managing Director of Mitchells of Mansfield, Richard Montgomery highlighted the initiative's role in helping customers make sustainable choices effortlessly. The firm also runs a monthly Carbon Free Day, offsetting all customers' CO2 emissions at no extra cost. Aiming to become climate positive by 2027, Mitchells of Mansfield has funded 2,000 trees and avoided 532.5 tons of CO2 - equivalent to 409 long-haul flights or 1,321,133 miles driven. Inspired by Palletways UK's efforts, they track progress on Ecologi's virtual forest.