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What are Emissions and GHG Reporting for NVOCCs

Written on July 6, 2022. Posted in Emissions.

Finding meaningful emissions reductions and better data for greenhouse gas (GHG) reporting can be troubling at best. However, some blame in poor tracking comes from simply not realizing that the network beyond your reach may actually be responsible for many emissions. For instance,...

How to Calculate Emissions in Seafreight With Ease

Written on June 22, 2022. Posted in Emissions.

Even with unrelenting pressure on supply chains worldwide, the focus on sustainability and eco-friendly operations continues to gain momentum. This interest from customers and investors alike has shippers and carriers everywhere wondering how to calculate CO2 emissions and what...

What Does SFC and GLEC Accreditation Mean in Global Trade

Written on June 15, 2022. Posted in Emissions.

With so much attention directed at sustainability and eco-friendly trends within the shipping and transportation industry, more and more people are learning about the Smart Freight Centre. The impact of carbon emissions and transportation monitoring on the industry is undeniable....

How Are CO2 Emissions Measured Through Real-Time Tracking and Why It Adds Value to Shippers

Written on June 9, 2022. Posted in Emissions.

Carbon emission reduction, CO2 emission formula calculations, and cleaner shipping options are just some of the changes that have come to the freight transportation industry in the wake of ongoing disruptions, culminating in COVID shutdowns and disruptions. Demand for cargo space,...

How a CO2 Emissions Calculator for Shipping Works & What It Tells You

Written on June 6, 2022. Posted in Emissions.

As CO2 output calculator data and emission levels remain hot-button topics, it also continues to climb up the list of consumer focus points for global trade. Keeping up with fuel use and emissions and rising pressure to implement carbon emissions calculators in transportation...

What Are Scope 1, 2 & 3 Emissions and What Should BCOs and Forwarders Know?

Written on May 3, 2022. Posted in Emissions.

Generations of Americans are familiar with Smokey the Bear’s infamous catch-phrase, “Only you can prevent forest fires.” Since 1944, this campaign by the U.S. Forest Service reminded Americans that self awareness is crucial for preventing wildfires. The sustainability movement...

Earth Day 2022: Global Trade Refocuses on Emissions Reductions

Written on April 15, 2022. Posted in Sustainability.

After two years of unprecedented times, many individuals and organizations are finding their “new normal.” While some wish for the familiarity of yesteryears, many have moved past that and are embracing the idea of a new normal. Among the many developments of this new normal is...

Carbon emissions of ocean freight: what is your value at risk?

Written on February 28, 2022. Posted in Uncategorized.

When looking to invest your savings in a portfolio, you are likely to scout for asset managers with good past performance. It is natural to seek reassurance by examining the history of the returns of a fund. Most often than not, it’s even in the brochure: “Our alpha lambda fund...

Searoutes raises €2.4 million to reduce shippers’ GHG emissions

Written on November 22, 2021. Posted in Uncategorized.

Marseille, 22 November – Searoutes, the Marseilles-based start-up that helps shippers reduce the carbon footprint of their transport, has announced a €1.3 million financing round led by WSB Beteiligungs, the venture capital firm founded by Wolf Scheder. Created...

3 ways to reduce co2 emissions from sea freight

Written on June 24, 2021. Posted in Uncategorized.

Remember that reducing CO2 in the logistics is a multipoint process. Historically, shippers — companies who need to move goods from point A to point B — have access to a quarterly report built atop their shipment history. This report summarizes scope 3 emissions, i.e....