Roseburg, Roseburg, Or., has been accepted as a shipper/transport partner in the Environmental Protection Agency's SmartWay Transport Partnership, which seeks to increase energy efficiency and reduce carbon footprints.  

"Our participation demonstrates our commitment to better management of our resources and reducing our impact on the environment," said c.e.o. Chuck Ulik, "Our decision to participate in SmartWay is simply good business for us, our suppliers, and our customers."

 Participants are required to evaluate their environmental impact and carbon footprint, which is affected by whether a shipper uses SmartWay certified carriers, the extent of rail and intermodal usage, and equipment practices within the shipper's own facilities. Roseburg's score was well above the requirement to become a Smartway partner.

 "Roseburg has achieved huge milestones in reducing its carbon footprint," said Jeff Brandt, the company's director of transportation. "We plan to continue our efforts to further reduce carbon emissions."