Sustainability
Supply Chain Dive: USPS to Deploy More Than 66,000 Electric Vehicles by 2028
As part of its $9.6 billion plan to replace its aging fleet of over 220,000 vehicles, U.S. Postal Service will acquire over 66,000 electric vehicles by 2028.
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Supply Chain Dive: Amazon Relies on Ocean Shipping to Boost Next-Day Delivery in Sweden
Amazon is increasingly relying on ocean shipping for next-day delivery in Sweden, part of an effort to speed shipments while lowering transportation emissions.
Dec 09, 2022
Retail Case Study: How Decathlon Is Changing the Sporting Goods Game
Learn how French sporting goods giant Decathlon is shaking up the retail industry. From innovative marketing to unique store concepts and customer-centric strategies, Decathlon is leading the way in sporting goods retail.
Dec 01, 2022
Microsoft Launches New Initiative to Combat Global Supply Chain Disruptions
Microsoft unveils the Microsoft Supply Chain Platform, a new design approach for supply chain agility, automation and sustainability.
Nov 17, 2022
PPTl: Cainiao Launches Sustainability and Customer Experience Initiatives for 11.11
As part of its sustainability and customer experience efforts, Cainiao has also teamed with thousands of retailers, including Unilever and Yili Group to lower the carbon footprint of each package by 50g.
Nov 15, 2022
Making Real Impact Through Sustainability Efforts in E-Commerce Logistics
How are e-commerce logistics and supply chain leaders investing in our planet today? Can profit-driven businesses truly make a difference?
Nov 03, 2022
Supply Chain Dive: Amazon to Invest Over $1B to Expand Its Electric Vehicle Fleet in Europe
Amazon plans to invest more than 1 billion euros to more than double the size of its electric van delivery fleet in Europe over the next five years.
Oct 27, 2022
Parcel and Postal Technology International: FedEx to Build Charging Station Infrastructure Across Europe
FedEx Express Europe is installing 114 electric charging vehicle points at parcel pickup and delivery stations in London Madrid, Amsterdam, Paris and Strasbourg, in a bid to support the widespread use of electric vehicles in its future operations.
Oct 18, 2022
Alcott Global Podcast: Sustainability Offsetting Within the Logistics Sector
Leaders in Tech & E-commerce Podcast: Rushit Shah of Alcott Global interviewed Nick Bartlett and Chris Crutchley, Directors at CBIP Logistics about sustainability offsetting within the logistics sector.
Sep 26, 2022
ChannelX: eBay UK Partners With Reskinned to Expand Sustainable Fashion
The new partnership not only represents an expansion of eBay's sustainable offerings, but also connects Reskinned to a bigger marketplace of over 20 million shoppers through a "brand approved" shopfront.
Sep 14, 2022
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Sustainability in Retail
Sustainability in E-Commerce Logistics
Sustainability is no longer a choice but a requirement for logistics and retail businesses today. So what is the key in making your retail business sustainable? Aside from business success, IKEA India has been working on a sustainability vision and culture. Its sustainable strategies aim to reduce waste and costs, reduce negative environmental impact, and promote healthy, sustainable living. Apart from retail sustainability, logistics companies have also followed suit. DHL’s GoGreen product portfolio comprises innovative and circular solutions to help minimize their carbon footprint.
Consumers Are Demanding for Sustainable Brands and Products
Consumers are choosing to buy from retailers with sustainable and transparent business practices. In fact, 51% of shoppers consider sustainability to be a significant factor affecting their decision to purchase. This is another driving factor for retail, e-commerce and logistics businesses to embark on more sustainability-driven initiatives. According to Forrester Consulting, 44% of buyers worldwide are more willing to purchase from a brand that demonstrates a strong commitment to sustainability and has a sustainable retail strategy. 46% of shoppers intend to buy items with reusable product packaging. Furthermore, 50% of consumers claimed that whether or not a product is recyclable affects their purchasing decision.
Do Parcel Lockers Improve the Sustainability of Order Fulfillment?
In short, yes, using parcel lockers can help to improve the sustainability of the order fulfillment or last-mile delivery process. It is therefore reassuring to know that parcel lockers are growing in popularity among consumers around the world. For example, IKEA has launched a new click-and-collect parcel locker service, a sustainability initiative to reduce impact of last-mile deliveries into London, putting it closer to its sustainability goal of achieving zero-emission home delivery by 2025. Apart from parcel lockers, 19% of third-party logistics carriers are pioneering the usage of alternative fuels in their delivery vehicles, such as liquefied natural gas. With this, logistics companies hope to reduce their carbon footprint and develop an eco-friendly supply chain to support their long-term sustainability goals and targets. Also, several large truck manufacturers are investing in the technology of electric vehicles, which may spell the end of the internal combustion truck engine.
Link Between E-commerce Returns and Retail Sustainability
E-commerce returns and retail sustainability are inextricably linked. Assuring customers that they may return unsatisfactory things for free and conveniently has long been a motivator for conversion and customer retention. However, the returns culture and customer behavior of “purchasing more to return” have a substantial carbon footprint. In 2020, consumers returned approximately $428 billion in merchandise. With only roughly half of returned products being restocked, the half ended up in landfills. Retail rates of return have hit an all-time high, and the earth is suffering as a result. Retail businesses should try to minimize the environmental impact of the e-commerce returns process, and have returns policies that inspire a change in customer consciousness.
