On this episode of Net-Zero Carbon, the CEO of Leonard’s Express talks about the company’s strategies to reduce emissions in long-haul trucking.
ZeroAvia signed a memorandum of understanding with ZEV Station to “kick-start hydrogen fueling for aviation in California and beyond,” says ZEV Station CEO.
Carbon offsets are a growing alternative or additional step toward reducing emissions in sectors like transportation.
“The conversation around empty miles is not a new conversation,” said Jennifer Wong, head of sustainability at Convoy. But now it’s about more than just saving money.
Folding five empty shipping containers into the space of one could curb smuggling, save shippers money and reduce emissions.
Covering a tractor and trailer in solar panels could potentially generate more than 18,000 watt hours of energy per day in California conditions.
Data can help identify causes of inefficiency and inform better decision-making.
“With every SAF deal, we are increasingly aware of the huge task that lies ahead in utilizing more sustainable solutions to help our customers,” said John Pearson, CEO of DHL Express.
Experts discuss how environmental impacts and supply chain resilience are becoming increasingly important.
“Solving the climate emergency and decarbonizing our customers’ supply chains is a strategic imperative for Maersk,” said CEO Soren Skou.
Rising sea levels and increasingly extreme weather are expected to cost ports and shippers billions of dollars annually.
“I think we’re looking at the beginning of the largest commodity market we’ve ever seen,” said Peter Fusaro, founder of the Wall Street Green Summit.
The six companies plan to produce at least 730,000 metric tons of green methanol by the end of 2025.
“Ranges for zero-emission trucks are improving over time with battery technology advancements,” said Yin Qiu, data scientist at Calstart.
Hyper rail systems could transport containers to and from ports quickly, according to WickedHyper’s CEO.
“Today, no area on the planet is left untouched by plastic pollution, from deep-sea sediment to Mount Everest. The planet deserves a multilateral solution that speaks from source to sea,” said Amina J. Mohammed, deputy secretary-general of the U.N.
As You Sow graded companies based on their progress toward achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions.
“Relative sea-level rise and the increased frequency and severity of storms are already affecting port activity, infrastructure and supply chains, sometimes disrupting trade and transport,” the report said.
JLE Industries is considering a variety of solutions to help more than 70% of its customers satisfy their ESG mandates.
Energy generated by the solar panels will charge the battery and power liftgates and ancillary equipment.
