Since its founding nearly 96 years ago, Volvo Trucks has built its business on strict adherence to high quality, safety, and innovation standards. In recent decades, the company has expanded its mission to place a special focus on environmental protection, establishing itself as an industry leader in sustainable business practices and innovation. As part of its global strategy to reduce its environmental footprint, Volvo Trucks Serbia has taken a significant step forward by installing the first solar power plant on the roof of its service and business center in Novi Banovci.
This project, implemented in collaboration with renewable energy experts, represents a key milestone in achieving ambitious sustainability and energy efficiency goals. The solar power plant on the roof of the Novi Banovci service center is not only an example of innovative approaches in the truck service industry but also tangible evidence of Volvo Trucks Serbia’s ongoing efforts to minimize its environmental impact.
According to expert estimates, solar panel production will meet a large portion of the service center’s electricity needs, with an expected annual output of around 170 MWh, significantly reducing reliance on traditional energy sources. In today’s environment, where electricity prices are continually rising and supply reliability is becoming increasingly uncertain, installing a solar power plant brings multiple benefits.
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In addition to reducing electricity costs, the annual reduction in carbon dioxide emissions by approximately 70 tons is a significant step toward achieving climate goals. This amount of carbon dioxide is equivalent to planting more than 3,200 trees, further emphasizing the company’s commitment to reducing its environmental footprint and conserving natural resources. For the company, this project is just part of a broader strategy to reduce its environmental impact and recognize the importance of sustainable solutions in daily operations.
Volvo Trucks has also taken various measures to reduce energy consumption and increase efficiency in its service and sales centers in Novi Sad, Čačak, and Doljevac near Niš. Across all these locations, Volvo Trucks demonstrates a strong commitment to environmental preservation by implementing green technologies and optimized processes that minimize the negative impact on nature.
Prepared by Milica Radičević
The story was published in the Energy portal Magazine RESPONSIBLE BUSINESS
