Towards Smart Freight Leadership

Punte, Sophie; Bollee, Floor

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“…Although statistically significant differences across the value chains have been observed, more data would be As discussed earlier and evaluated in Figure 5, the majority of the data showing the share of logistics emissions lies between 9% and 30%, having the median at approximately 10% and the average across all years and sectors at 12.15%. This is higher than shares that have been reported earlier [24,25], which is plausible due to the population of this research being the transport-intensive business sectors. This finding highlights the validity of the methodology adopted in the first part because the sectors found seem to be more dependent on transport than others and can thus indeed be captioned as the transport-intensive sectors of the economy.…”

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“…Little data on the numbers of companies' emissions attributable to logistics are presented in the literature [24]. Individual figures suggest that the share of emissions attributable to logistics among manufacturers is about 8% [25], having outliers such as the fashion industry accounting for up to 35% of the Corporate Carbon Footprint to logistics [26]. To provide a guideline on how to identify this share in a sound and comparable way, we extend our methodology by a second part.…”

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Identifying a Country’s Freight Transport-Intensive Economic Sectors and Their Logistics Emissions—Method Development and Exemplary Evaluation with Austria

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It is unequivocal that global greenhouse gas emissions must be reduced drastically. One opportunity to quickly achieve deep emission reductions is by investigating the largest emitters first. This can be based on countries but also on the underlying sectors of local economies. Focusing on the latter, the transport and industry sectors stand out, as well as their overlap, which is reflected in the emissions from freight transport. To enable legislators and researchers to focus on the major emitters in freight transport and to develop tailored sectoral measures, we present a method to identify the transport-intensive sectors of a country. A two-part approach thereby makes it possible to identify these sectors and their value chains and to analyze the different emission structures of companies between the sectors. This suggests the relevance of decarbonizing transport from a company’s perspective and helps to understand the entrenched situation. Finally, the methodology is applied to the Austrian transport industry as an example to demonstrate its applicability. As applied research in this area has lagged somewhat, our results can provide managers in transport-intensive economic sectors with new motivation to decarbonize logistics, as well as guide policymakers and researchers on which sectors to focus first.

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Identifying a Country’s Freight Transport-Intensive Economic Sectors and Their Logistics Emissions—Method Development and Exemplary Evaluation with Austria

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“…At the international level, the United Nations Environment Programme’s Climate and Clean Air Coalition has identified SmartWay as a good model for the growing ‘green freight movement’ (Punte and Muncrief, 2015). EPA SmartWay has participated and shared its experience at several coalition workshops in Brazil, Vietnam and Chile.…”

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An examination of a voluntary policy model to effect behavioral change and influence interactions and decision making in the freight sector

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Kearns

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Transportation Research Part D: Transport and Environment

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Freight transportation is essential to maintaining commerce and economies in the United States and globally. However, freight transportation is known to have significant environmental and public health impacts. Harmful emissions of carbon dioxide, methane, hydrofluorocarbons, and black carbon increase the risk of global climate change. Emissions of nitrogen oxides and particulate matter contribute to serious public health risks including increased incidences of premature death, and increased severity of respiratory and cardiovascular illness. As trade is increasingly globalized and economies expand, harmful air emissions from goods movement are projected to increase at faster rates than all other sources of transport-related emissions. While mandatory rules such as advanced vehicle emission and fuel quality standards reduce emissions from new vehicles, the vast legacy fleet of heavy duty diesel vehicles present a challenge for policy makers around the world. This paper examines how a voluntary policy model, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s SmartWay Transport Partnership, fosters behavior change, facilitates strategic interactions and enables more informed decision-making in the freight sector to improve performance and reduce emissions. The effectiveness of this innovative model has generated international interest and led to program replication in other countries.

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“…Smart Freight Centre's Global Logistics Emissions Council (GLEC), initiated by the Smart Freight Centre, is a collaborative effort to standardize the measurement and reporting of greenhouse gas emissions in the logistics sector. By establishing a common framework and guidelines, the GLEC enables companies across the logistics industry to transparently report their emissions, track progress, and collectively work towards reducing the environmental impact of freight transport (Punte and Bollee, 2018). This collaborative approach enhances accountability and accelerates the adoption of sustainable practices.…”

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Sustainability and Risk Management in Shipping and Logistics: Balancing Environmental Concerns With Operational Resilience

Oluwakemi Betty Arowosegbe,

David Olanrewaju Olutimehin,

Olusegun Gbenga Odunaiya

et al. 2024

Int. j. manag. entrep. res

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This paper explores the delicate balance between sustainability and risk management in the shipping and logistics industry, addressing the escalating environmental concerns while ensuring operational resilience. Investigating the adoption of sustainable practices, alternative fuels, and eco-friendly technologies, the study examines regulatory frameworks and industry initiatives shaping sustainable development. Simultaneously, it delves into the risks associated with these changes, including financial, operational, and regulatory dimensions. The research also scrutinizes risk management strategies, encompassing proactive measures to mitigate environmental impact, compliance with evolving regulations, and the implementation of resilient operational frameworks. Through a comprehensive synthesis of academic literature, case studies, and industry insights, the paper contributes to understanding how sustainability efforts can align with robust risk management, offering valuable guidance for industry stakeholders, policymakers, and academics navigating the complex landscape of environmental responsibility and operational resilience in the global supply chain. Keywords: Sustainability, Risk Management, Shipping Logistics, Environmental Operational, Resilience.

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Towards Smart Freight Leadership

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Identifying a Country’s Freight Transport-Intensive Economic Sectors and Their Logistics Emissions—Method Development and Exemplary Evaluation with Austria

Identifying a Country’s Freight Transport-Intensive Economic Sectors and Their Logistics Emissions—Method Development and Exemplary Evaluation with Austria

An examination of a voluntary policy model to effect behavioral change and influence interactions and decision making in the freight sector

Sustainability and Risk Management in Shipping and Logistics: Balancing Environmental Concerns With Operational Resilience

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