Environment
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White Papers
White Paper – Solving Inefficiencies with Green Freight Shipping Solutions
This white paper, brought to you by Flock Freight, explores the countless inefficiencies that affect sustainability within the LTL shipping industry, as well as what…
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Legal issues
Volkswagen hit with $86.2 million fine for emissions cheating
A record Australian fine of A$125 million ($86.2 million) has been imposed on Volkswagen because of its false emissions statements.
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Canada
Trudeau, Liberals poised to secure re-election with weaker support
Preliminary results in Canada’s federal election point to a minority government that will require the support of parties, which may push for stronger environmental policies.
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Energy
Commentary: A Green New Deal for freight transport?
This Green New Deal for Freight Transport is a series of cost-effective practical steps, using existing technologies to achieve zero emission freight transport by 2050.
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Last Mile
Electric scooters scrutinized for environmental impact
A new study finds that e-scooters’ environmental footprint surpasses that of the transportation they are positioned to replace.
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Inside SONAR
FreightWaves adds carbon emissions data to SONAR
Carbon emissions are now available in SONAR on a state level.
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FreightWaves Infographics
Cap & Trade
Cap and trade is an environmental policy that limits (and puts a price on) emissions
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FreightWaves Infographics
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Asia-Pacific
Major legal setback for coal mining in Australia
An Australian court has refused permission for the creation of a coking-coal mine in New South Wales on the grounds that it would adversely contribute…
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Canada
Hershey promotes sustainability in sourcing cocoa
The Hershey Company, one of the largest chocolate manufacturers in the world, is promoting environmental sustainability in its cocoa supply chain.
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