sustainable supply chains

In this edition: Sustainability discussions come to the table; China’s Golden Week’s prep; and two companies become one.

FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell and John Rattay of Redwood Logistics dive into why shippers aren’t getting what they want from their logistics service providers in terms of environmental, social and governance initiatives.

Sustainability database provider HowGood announced it closed a $12.5 million funding round to expand its capabilities and clients.

Paccurate raised $2.2 million to advance its cartonization and optimization platform.

An inflection point has been reached. Customers are now much more focused on sustainability, according to Ray Fennelly of AIT Worldwide Logistics.

The procurement module will help companies find more sustainable suppliers, said Ethan Soloviev, chief innovation officer at HowGood.

Nexxiot co-founder Daniel MacGregor chats with FreightWaves’ Tyler Cole about how data and Internet of Things can impact sustainability.

“Efficiency is the place to start. Look for opportunities to collaborate,” said Ryan Purcell, senior director of supply chain, global health and development at Coupa Software.

“I do believe that companies can make this profitable for themselves,” said Zsofia Agnes Nagy, supply chain adviser at BZLW Consulting.

A bill in the state of New York proposes environmental and social disclosure requirements for fashion companies.

Experts across the supply chain weigh in on the most impactful sustainability trends in 2021.

“This is not optional. This is going to be a core part of how we think about our investments going forward,” Jon Bradford, a partner at Dynamo Ventures, said.

After reaching unicorn status earlier this year, Misfits Market finally taps into the massive California market.

Stockholm-based TrusTrace plans to use the capital to expand globally, enhance product development and “continue leveraging cutting-edge technology and the best minds in the industry to achieve positive, restorative change for people and the planet,” said Shameek Ghosh, CEO and co-founder.

AskWaves talks with an expert to learn how the Global Logistics Emissions Council provides a single framework for supply chains around the world to track emissions.

GoFor’s new strategy will use carbon offsets, EVs, smart packaging and more to make delivery carbon-negative.

“We believe that every sector has to make a contribution toward global decarbonization,” Fernando Rangel Villasana, senior technical manager at SBTi, told FreightWaves.

“The program offers technical and consultative resources that both shippers and carriers can use to reduce their carbon footprints, while improving the speed, resilience and efficiency of their supply chains,” said Bob Shellman, president and CEO at Odyssey Logistics.

Sustainable fuels and technologies are up against decades of perfecting the efficiency and economies of scale of the fossil fuel industry.

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, progress toward sustainable supply chains has not slowed like experts predicted, according to a recent report.

As the push for a more sustainable planet continues to grow stronger, companies across the supply chain will be expected to have a clear plan for cleaning up their operations.

DHL research released Thursday provides insights for “e-tailers that wish to lead on environmental issues,” said Greg Hewitt, CEO at DHL Express USA.

FreightWaves introduces FreightWaves Carbon Intelligence. Learn more here!

Supply chain, climate and FreightWaves experts shared their hopes for Earth Day next year in terms of reduced emissions, alternative fuel adoption, government leadership and more.

The Salesforce Sustainability Cloud on Tuesday added a scope 3 emissions hub that allows companies to track upstream emissions from business travel, purchased goods and employee commutes.

John Tyson, fourth-generation Tyson family member and chief sustainability officer at Tyson Foods, discusses sustainability strategies in protein systems and food supply chains.

Susy Schöneberg, the founder and head of Flexport.org, discussed monetary and time-saving benefits of sustainable operations as well as customer loyalty.

After a successful pilot program, Walmart associate groups are funding an MIT course on supply chain management.

During a CES2021 keynote, Walmart CEO Doug McMillon talked about the retail giant’s technology transformation, and the evolution of its equity and sustainability initiatives.

DHL Supply Chain experts share how the company has adapted its sustainability efforts due to the COVID-19 pandemic and offer sustainability tips for businesses.

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

J.B. Hunt is providing funding to the Walton College of Business to increase awareness for sustainability and inclusivity in supply chains. “The amount of research and collaboration that can go on with this gift is immeasurable,” Matt Waller, dean of Walton College, said.

AB InBev is on track to reach its 2025 100% renewable energy goal in 2021. This Ffireside chat from the North American Supply Chain Summit covers the company’s sustainability efforts across the entire supply chain.

Automation, optimization and location are all key in making warehouses function more sustainably.

Five air cargo sustainability trends for 2021.

Businesses can leverage technology and incentivize consumers to ensure sustainability within their logistics operations.