Arriva efficiency programme to deliver ‘win-win’ cost savings and environmental benefits

Operator discovers huge scope for energy efficiency projects, with rapid payback periods

At Arriva’s UK bus division, a £1.5m programme is being initiated to reduce use of energy and utility resources. The programme has been driven primarily by the need to look across the business to minimise costs in response to challenging trading conditions. However, the new focus is also designed to deliver significant environmental benefits. Financial payback on the programme is expected within two years, demonstrating the value that targeted investments in environmental...