What is Carbon Neutral Shipping?
- Kely Jimenez
- Dec 19, 2022
- 3 min read
Updated: Jan 25, 2023
Climate change is an increasingly important issue that needs to be addressed by businesses large and small. One of the ways companies are doing their part to reduce their carbon footprint is by implementing carbon neutral shipping. But what exactly does this mean?
What Is Carbon Neutral Shipping?
Simply put, carbon neutral shipping means that any particular company reduced its shipping related emissions and offsetted the rest so that your overall environmental impact is zero. There are several ways to reduce emissions, including using more efficient delivery methods, limiting packaging materials, and/or switching to clean energy vehicles. The remaining emissions can be offset by the purchase of carbon credits. Consumers are increasingly choosing goods from companies that offer carbon neutral shipping, consequently more and more companies are looking for ways to reduce transportation related greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) without sacrificing delivery times.
How Companies Can Achieve Carbon Neutral Shipping
Achieving carbon neutral shipping starts with understanding where the company’s emissions come from and setting reduction targets accordingly. This will involve conducting a thorough emissions assessment which should include all sources of GHG emissions related to transporting goods including fuel used, electricity consumed, packaging, etc. Once you have identified areas of improvement you can begin making changes to reduce emissions.
The Logistics Provider
The logistics provider plays a huge role in the company's ability to achieve carbon neutrality. Choosing a provider that is committed to sustainability and has practices in place to minimize their own environmental impact can be an important part of achieving net-zero emissions from shipping. Companies should look for providers who use recyclable packaging and lighter materials, utilize low-emission delivery vehicles such as electric vehicles, or work with partners who are committed to sustainability as well.

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