This document discusses ways for a cargo transport company to go green. It identifies problems like vehicle pollution and waste from old batteries, oil, and tires. Solutions proposed include monitoring vehicle efficiency, upgrading to newer models, using efficient fuels, and raising driver awareness. For batteries, oil, and tires, the document recommends take-back programs through retailers, service stations, recycling centers, or oil producers to ensure proper disposal and recycling. Going green through these measures will result in a cleaner environment and profitable venture for the company.

1. Going Green
Road Cargo Transporting Company
Albatross
Aswin V
Prasanth S
JIJU J

2. Assumption
• A established Cargo transporting
company.
• Large number of trucks ,minivans & other
automobiles.
• Maintenance done at the companies
workshop in the garage
• Sound financial Position for any Upgrades
required.

3. Problems
• Pollution & wastage of fuel due to less
efficient vehicles
• Disposing of Old Batteries
• Disposing of Old Engine Oil & Oil filters
• Worn Out Tyres disposal

4. Solutions
Pollution & wastage due to less efficient
vehicles
• Monitor the working condition & efficiency
of the current vehicles of the company
• Upgrade to new efficient vehicles
• Try using more efficient fuels
• Awareness to drivers

5. Solutions
Batteries
• Identify what could be done with the batteries, Do not
throw them in the trash when its drained out.
• Most automotive battery retailers will accept used
batteries when purchasing a new one.
• Take to recycling center, if available.
• Take to service station or repair garage that accepts
automotive batteries.

6. Solutions
Motor Oil and Filters
Hazards
•Oil is toxic to almost all animals and plants.
•One liter of oil can contaminate a million gallons of
water.
Solution
Return used oil for recycling to a service station
Certain oil change stores, accept used engine oil
Collect the used oil ,send them to engine Oil
producers who will recycle & reuse the oil
e.g. valvoline

7. Solutions
Recycling of Tyre’s
• Tyres can be recycled into crumb rubber
and could be used in rubberized roads
• Using them as an alternative combustible
material in Portland cement making
• Tyres can also be recycled into other
tires.

8. Conclusion
All the recycling steps mentioned will not
only result in a more cleaner environment
but also result in a more profitable
venture.