Sustainability
LEGO Group Unveils New Eco-Friendly Distribution Center in Belgium
This facility is set to enhance the supply chain flexibility and resilience for the LEGO Group, notably reducing customer lead times by an average of up to two working days for regions including Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, Great Britain, Ireland, and northern France.
Jun 06, 2024
Earth Day 2024: Leading the Charge Toward Sustainable Logistics
Explore how industry leaders like Antonia Wanner from Nestlé and Achim Juechter from Forto are spearheading sustainable practices in e-commerce logistics this Earth Day 2024.
Apr 22, 2024
CIRRO Announces the Strategic Partnership With Goodzero in Carbon Offsetting and CSR Efforts
CIRRO has joined forces with GoodZero to decarbonize its operations through projects certified by Gold Standard, The Verified Carbon Standard (VCS) Program, and ISO (International Organization for Standardization).
Apr 19, 2024
Tesco and Four Others Launch W23 Global to Revolutionize Retail Innovation and Sustainability
This investment will target start-ups and scale-ups around the world that are at the forefront of employing technology to not only enhance consumer experiences both online and in-store but also improve productivity throughout the grocery value chain.
Apr 11, 2024
Logistics Showdown: Unpacking GXO and Ryder System
Uncover who sets the standards in the provision of logistics services, from market coverage and extent of services offered to innovative solutions and sustainability efforts.
Apr 04, 2024
DHL Express and Standard Chartered Forge Strategic Alliance to Boost Sustainable Aviation Fuel Usage
This initiative underscores the critical role of sustainable air transportation solutions in achieving greener logistics and combating climate change.
Mar 25, 2024
Europe E-Commerce Logistics Market Report 2024
Get the latest insights into e-commerce in Europe with our 2024 report covering delivery performance metrics in France, Germany, Italy, and the United Kingdom.
Mar 11, 2024
Decoding the European Consumer: Latest Insights into Changing Sentiment and Behavior Trends
According to McKinsey's report, the majority of European consumers are having mixed feelings about the economy, with a decrease in optimism from the previous quarter.
Feb 29, 2024
CIRRO E-Commerce Joins Trees for All's Tree Planting Day to Reinforce Commitment to Sustainability
Alongside other environmentally conscious entities, CIRRO E-Commerce's employees contributed to the planting of 1,400 trees, enriching the region's natural landscape and enhancing biodiversity.
Feb 08, 2024
DHL and Schneider Electric Collaborate on Groundbreaking Multi-Modal Shipping Initiative
Together, they have launched an industry-first multi-modal shipping model aimed at enhancing supply chain agility and reducing environmental impact through the use of sustainable aviation fuels (SAFs).
Feb 01, 2024
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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.
