Jun 5, 2020| ESG

JD Celebrates Third Anniversary for Its Green Stream Initiative

Ling Cao

by Ling Cao

On June 5^th, JD provided an update on its sustainable strategy, the Green Stream Initiative, which was launched three years ago.

This month, the first demonstration park for trash sorting at JD’s Beijing Asia No.1 logistics park will be launched, including labels with trash disposal guidance for packages, and arrange a special area for trash sorting. The project serves as a trial at JD’s own logistics parks, as well as a way to educate customers when they receive orders.

JD’s trash disposal guidance for packages

To date, JD’s Green Stream Initiative has partnered with over 200,000 merchants, and impacted hundreds of millions of customers, helping promote a green living philosophy. The company’s green recycling boxes have been used through supply chain 160 million times in over 30 cities around China, equivalent to every one of Chengdu’s 16 million residents purchasing on JD once and the boxes being used 10 times.

JD also operates 5,000 new energy vehicles, which traveled a total of 810 million kilometers, saving enough gas to fill 54 Olympic-sized swimming pools. By using slimmer tape and lighter plastic bags, JD has prevented from generating 50,000 tons of plastic waste. The company has also reduced 1.3 million tons of paper waste by going paperless and using lighter and recycled boxes. JD also implemented a smart packaging recommendation system in its warehouses to provide technology-driven guidance on the best cardboard size for a certain parcel, while the accuracy rate is 96.5%.

JD’s new energy vehicles

Jie Ji, head of JD’s Green Stream Initiative said, “We celebrate three year anniversary of the launch of this project. Going forward, JD will continue to work with industry partners to promote sustainable practices.”

Other highlights of JD’s program include:

JD expanded doorstep box recycling program nationwide in 2019. A total of 5.7 million boxes and 3.5 million toys and books have been recycled.
In 2019, JD Logistics joined the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), an ambitious global campaign aimed at driving corporate action on climate change.
In 2020, the Green Stream Initiative was named one of the Lighthouse Projects by World Economic Forum.
In 2020, JD partnered with the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) for the third year to support the Earth Hour event and launch another round of its box recycling program.

As the 618 Grand Promotion is ongoing and expect to generate a massive amount of delivery packages, as China’s largest retailer, its JD’s responsibility to leverage its green strategy efforts to reduce waste and make the planet cleaner. This is the long-term strategy JD will continue to aggressively pursue.

(ling.cao@jd.com)

Dec 3, 2024| ESG

JD Foundation Advances Disability Support Initiatives in Strategic Partnership

Vivian Yang

On November 29, in celebration of the 33rd International Day of Persons with Disabilities, JD Foundation, in collaboration with the Beijing Disabled Persons’ Federation and the Beijing Disabled Persons’ Welfare Foundation, hosted a series of charitable events at JD.com’s headquarters. JD Foundation and the Beijing Disabled Persons’ Welfare Foundation have established a strategic partnership focused on improving the quality of life for people with disabilities, promoting their integration into society, exploring new philanthropic models, and creating awareness for public welfare institutions. These efforts are collectively aimed at achieving high-quality development in disability support services.

JD.com has a longstanding commitment to supporting individuals with disabilities since its inception. As early as 2005, when JD.com entered the e-commerce sector, the company has employed individuals with disabilities. Over the years, the company has expanded its efforts through skills training and empowerment initiatives, facilitating employment and entrepreneurship opportunities for individuals with disabilities. In October of 2013, JD Customer Service launched the “Sunshine Angels” project, through which hundreds of individuals with disabilities have been employed, with plans to offer part-time positions to 1,000 more. JD.com currently employs over 4,000 individuals with disabilities, a number that continues to grow.

The November 29 event featured a charity bazaar with handicrafts created by people with disabilities. The well-attended bazaar showcased a variety of unique items, including crocheted wool flowers, ornaments, enamelware, bracelets, Beijing silk figurines, children’s paintings, paper cuttings, and postcards. Proceeds from the sales will go toward disability-related charitable causes. JD employees who made purchases each received a certificate and a commemorative badge recognizing their support and participation in disability advocacy.

One of the event’s highlights was a guide dog demonstration, where three guide dog users and their canine companions captured the attention of attendees. The guide dogs demonstrated their ability to assist their owners in navigating streets, avoiding obstacles, and ensuring safe travel. Guide dogs not only help visually impaired individuals to navigate and find destinations but also serve as protectors during emergencies. Beyond their practical assistance, these dogs are invaluable companions, providing emotional support to their owners.

The event also featured an inspiring performance by artists with disabilities from Beijing, Hebei, Tianjin, and other regions, in which they presented a rich tapestry of songs, dances, instrumental music, and storytelling. The performance provided a vibrant, heartwarming cultural showcase to attendees.

(vivian.yang@jd.com)

Oct 30, 2024| ESG, JD Worldwide

Ochama Expands in Europe, Launches New Warehouse in Poland to Boost Efficiency

April Chai

Ochama, the European omni-channel retail brand of JD.com, Inc. (also known as JINGDONG), has announced the launch of a new automated warehouse in Poland, aimed at boosting operational efficiency and enhancing customer experience throughout the region.

The new warehouse is strategically located near the Polish-German border, spanning 27,000 square meters. Utilizing a flexible goods-to-person system, it improves picking efficiency to three times that of a traditional approach. The facility enables ochama to achieve 48-hour fulfillment across Poland, with some orders eligible for same-day delivery, while also raising the 48-hour fulfillment rate in Germany to 80%. Additionally, the warehouse utilizes a rooftop photovoltaic power system and new energy forklifts, underscoring ochama’s commitment to sustainability.

This expansion positions ochama to meet the evolving needs of its growing European customer base. Ochama’s orders in Poland and Germany have surged by 284% year-over-year from January to October this year. The new warehouse, alongside ochama’s five other warehouses in the Netherlands and France, will serve customers across 24 European countries. Through a regional distribution strategy, ochama deploys products closer to customers, reducing delivery times and enhancing service efficiency.

Ochama now offers home delivery in 24 European countries, with more than 900 pick-up points across the Netherlands, Germany, Belgium, and France, along with over 1,000 pick-up lockers in the Netherlands and Belgium. Through continuous innovation, infrastructure enhancements, and advanced fulfillment capabilities, ochama remains dedicated to providing European customers with an efficient, reliable shopping experience.

About ochama

Ochama is an innovative B2C omni-channel retailer that uses state-of-the-art retail and supply chain solutions to offer a comprehensive, full-category assortment of both top-rated and budget-friendly products at the best prices. A subsidiary of JD.com, Inc., China’s largest retailer by revenue, ochama leverages advanced supply chain technologies and automated warehouses to redefine the shopping landscape. Our slogan, “Shopping made simple,” perfectly captures our mission. We are dedicated to fulfilling all our customers’ needs and providing a shopping experience that is not only easy and convenient but also enjoyable and fun.

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