MORE SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORT STARTS WITH INSIGHT
CO₂ emissions in logistics: facts, impact and choices
Why CO₂ reduction can no longer be ignored
Logistics account for a large share of global emissions. Ships, trucks, terminals and production chains together produce significant amounts of CO₂. These emissions accelerate global warming, lead to more extreme weather and make transport routes less predictable. That is why it is essential to move goods in a smarter and cleaner way today.
What CO₂ means in your day-to-day logistics
Higher emissions lead to stricter regulations, more expensive transport and increasing pressure on companies to operate in a demonstrably sustainable way. With insight into your CO₂ footprint, you can make better choices: cleaner routes, more efficient planning, fewer empty kilometres and alternatives such as rail or barge. This not only reduces costs but also shows that you are operating with the future in mind.
What TOP means for your sustainability
TOP supports you with clear figures, honest advice and practical options to reduce your emissions. We provide insight into the CO₂ impact of each shipment, help you consider more sustainable transport options and work with shipping lines that actively reduce emissions. This way, your supply chain becomes greener step by step, without disrupting your logistics.
📘 Did you know?
A fully loaded container ship can emit as much CO₂ as tens of thousands of cars per day. That is why even small improvements in your logistics — such as a modal shift or better planning — can make a significant difference.