Four years after the launch of the initiative, the McDonald’s UAE trucks travelled 5,000,000kms, almost 125 times around the world, driven on biodiesel, according to the company. “In support of a low-carbon, sustainable future, McDonald’s UAE is committed to protect and preserve the environment for future generations and is aiming to continue using the planet’s resources efficiently. Through using Biodiesel, McDonald’s UAE has saved 99 per cent of CO2e throughout the four years compared to driving with normal petro-diesel."

Rafic Fakih, Managing Director and Partner at McDonald’s UAE says, “We are highly delighted about reaching the 5,000,000km milestone after the launch in July 2011. In collaboration with Neutral Fuels, we are striving to reduce the carbon footprint of restaurants in the UAE by enabling renewable energy sourcing and minimizing waste and increasing recycling in McDonald’s restaurants such as through the Biodiesel campaign. We look forward to continue working with them to evaluate even more progress and opportunities for improvement.”

In February 2012 the Dubai Road and Transport Authority recognised McDonald’s and Neutral Fuels for their commitment to sustainable transport by awarding them with the Dubai Award for Sustainable Transport in the Environmental Protection Category.