Environment

Experts share how DHL Supply Chain’s GoGreen and GoHelp initiatives are paving the way for sustainable progress.

A report released by environmental nonprofit Oceana states Amazon produced enough plastic waste last year to encircle the globe 500 times.

IMO 2020 and new amendments have the potential to further lower emissions for maritime freight. Carriers are using low-emission fuels, scrubbers and shore-to-ship power.

Railroads are leveraging automation and evaluating assets to improve fuel efficiency. Corporate climate goals are on the rise as railroads increase their conservation and emission-reducing efforts.

The first of a two-part regime imposing new pollution control standards on ships has been released for public comment.

Flock Freight has added 50 new team members since June.

When evaluating empty-mile data, comparisons are not necessarily apples to apples.

Shared truckload offers shippers the opportunity to utilize truckload services to deliver partial shipments – without leaving part of the trailer empty.

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 green solutions are available for shippers.

A record Australian fine of A$125 million ($86.2 million) has been imposed on Volkswagen because of its false emissions statements.

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.

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.

A new study finds that e-scooters’ environmental footprint surpasses that of the transportation they are positioned to replace.

Carbon emissions are now available in SONAR on a state level.

Cap and trade is an environmental policy that limits (and puts a price on) emissions

In 2016 2.01B tonnes of solid waste was generated globally.

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 to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and would set back the fight against climate change. Legal scholars are hailing the decision as a “hugely significant” ruling.

The Hershey Company, one of the largest chocolate manufacturers in the world, is promoting environmental sustainability in its cocoa supply chain.

One of the world’s largest coal export ports, the Port of Newcastle in New South Wales, Australia, has announced it is committing to the EcoPorts global environmental and sustainability standards.

Residents of Northeastern states are struggling with increased electricity costs and an unreliable energy supply as elected officials contemplate expanding natural gas pipelines in the region.