We’re Proud to Announce: Volvo Cars Poole Wins National Sustainability Award
We’re delighted to share some exciting news, Volvo Cars Poole has won the Sustainability Initiative Award at the 2025 AutoTrader Retailer Awards, recognising our ongoing commitment to reducing environmental impact and promoting a greener future.
With around 14,000 retailer partners across the UK, less than 1% are recognised at these awards, making this a truly special achievement for our team here in Poole.
The award, judged by experts from Octopus Energy, MONY Group, and The Carbon Literacy Project, celebrates businesses leading the way in sustainability and we’re honoured to be among them.
At Volvo Cars Poole, part of the Ocean Automotive Group, sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. Beyond our range of electrified vehicles, we’ve taken major steps to reduce our environmental footprint:
- Over 50% of our electricity now comes from solar power, saving 29.5 tonnes of CO₂ emissions – the equivalent of planting 1,786 trees.
- We operate on 100% renewable energy, ensuring our facilities run as responsibly as possible.
- Our zero waste to landfill policy means all waste is recycled, repurposed, or converted into energy, and our LED lighting systems help us further cut energy use.
Sue Batterson, Group Commercial Manager, said:
“Sustainability isn’t just a goal for us – it’s embedded in how we operate. This award reflects the hard work and shared vision of our entire team.”
Jonathan Powell, Head of Business, added:
“We’re proud to align with Volvo’s global mission towards full electrification and climate neutrality. This recognition reinforces our commitment to driving positive change.”
Nathan Coe, CEO of AutoTrader, commented:
“Winning a Retailer Award is a remarkable achievement and a true reflection of Volvo Cars Poole’s leadership in sustainability.”
We’d like to thank all our customers and community for supporting our journey towards a more sustainable future. Together, we’re driving change — one initiative, and one customer, at a time.
By choosing Volvo Cars Poole, you’re not only selecting a vehicle renowned for safety and innovation but also supporting a business that prioritises environmental stewardship.
If you are interested in finding out more about our Volvo car offers, view our New Volvo Stock, or our Approved Used stock. Alternatively, give us a call on 01202 065 555 or submit a form here.
Information accurate at time of publication [October 2025].