Association of American Railroads Awards CSX Employee Top
Environmental Honor
U.S. Senator Barbara Mikulski Also Recognized for Long
Record of Environmental Stewardship
Sen. Barbara Mikulski also was honored with the 2014 John H.
Chafee Congressional Environmental Award, recognizing her decades of leadership
on environmental issues in her home state of Maryland ,
where she has led efforts to protect the Chesapeake Bay
by restoring water quality, habitats and fisheries.
"Chris Durden leads a team that brings a unique
understanding of the value of sustainable development for improving efficiency
when building state-of-the-art intermodal facilities," said Wilby Whitt,
president, CSX Intermodal Terminals. "Chris's commitment to further
raising environmental awareness and including sustainability features within
building design has contributed to CSX's success, and this award is a testament
to his dedication."
As the leader of CSX Intermodal Terminals' team overseeing
terminal planning, engineering and construction, Durden has successfully
orchestrated the completion of intermodal rail terminals across the CSX
network, including the award-winning Northwest Ohio Intermodal Facility and
terminals in Central Florida and Massachusetts .
Durden's team maintains superior performance with a focus on
the company's responsibility to the surrounding community, environment and
wildlife. His teams implement industry-leading design features that combine
operational efficiency with environmental responsibility, including electric
wide-span cranes that operate with zero air emissions and regenerate 60 percent
of their power back to the terminal electric grid; driveway and parking
surfaces that reduce the heat island effect and stormwater runoff; solar
photovoltaic panels that provide energy to buildings; and LED high-mast light
towers that reduce energy consumption and maintenance costs.
"Senator Mikulski and Chris Durden both embody the
dedication necessary to ensure our environment is preserved and protected for
generations to come," said Edward R. Hamberger, president and CEO,
Association of American Railroads. "Chris's achievements showcase what is
possible when railroad professionals make sustainability a top priority. He
consistently leads teams that find new ways to reduce environmental impact and
improve the quality of life in communities served by the freight rail network.
We are pleased to recognize him with the John H. Chafee Award, and appreciate
his contributions."
Durden's performance showcases CSX's commitment to
sustainability, which affects every decision the company makes. CSX has
invested $1.75 billion in fuel-efficient locomotives and technologies over the
last decade, and is making strides towards its voluntary goal to further reduce
greenhouse gas emissions by 6 to 8 percent by 2020. Through transportation
solutions such as intermodal shipping, CSX is helping customers reduce costs,
fuel consumption, highway congestion and carbon emissions.
About CSX
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Florida United States , where nearly
two-thirds of the nation's population resides. It also links more than 240
short-line railroads and more than 70 ocean, river and lake ports with major
population centers and small farming towns alike. More information about CSX
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