DB Cargo UK has made its Cricklewood terminal in North London the UK’s first zero-emission rail freight terminal. The company has upgraded the facility to run entirely on renewable energy and introduce cutting-edge environmental technology. This includes one of Europe’s largest green noise barriers, reducing noise and pollution while also creating a habitat for wildlife.
Another major step has been the move away from diesel, with all DB Cargo UK equipment at the terminal now running on hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO). This has reduced Scope 1 emissions by 98 tonnes of CO₂ per year. In addition, the company has introduced new fuel-efficient machinery and installed a water-efficient system, including a state-of-the-art wheel wash facility.
According to DB Cargo UK’s sustainability manager, Stacey Scullion, Cricklewood has become a model for sustainable logistics. These measures not only reduce the carbon footprint, but also improve the living conditions of local residents, making the area more environmentally friendly.