Green logistics: Why is it so important for the environment?

Green logistics is a type of logistics industry that seeks to minimize the environmental impact it has on the planet. For this, traditional processes are replaced by alternatives that reduce pollution. At the same time, it seeks to generate greater efficiency in the available resources.

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What does green logistics consist of?

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Green logistics is about modifying characteristic strategies and processes in order to generate less damage to the environment. The primary objective is to balance economic profitability with ecological efficiency.

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There are many possibilities to reduce the environmental impact. In the following, we will look at some of the main aspects that define the green logistics strategy:

- Reduction of polluting gases (such as carbon dioxide) in the sea, land and air

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- Reduction and reuse of waste

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- Intelligent and ecological use of available resources

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Another trend in green logistics is the reduction of carbon footprint. This can be achieved through the use of ships, trucks or airplanes that allow a greater number of operations to be carried out with the least amount of resources used.

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Examples

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Solar and electric power are the first energy sources to emerge in contrast to the use of fossil fuels. They correspond to one of the main focuses of companies that are applying green logistics in their internal development.

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Green logistics is complementary to reverse logistics, which is responsible for ensuring the recovery, recycling or disposal of products. To structure a reverse logistics action, green logistics practices must first be applied.

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What are the benefits of green logistics?

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Applying green logistics dynamics in the internal flow of a company is undoubtedly a kind and environmentally conscious act. Here are some of the most notable benefits:

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- Better corporate perception and positioning

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- Resource savings

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- Tax exemptions

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- Saving money

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- Environmental protection

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- Health care

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Finally, the state and international organizations are a key element in the development of green logistics. This is because, by law, they can limit the maximum consumption of vehicles and subsidize the use of smarter trucks.

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With the pandemic phenomenon, many companies accelerated their digital transformation by investing in technologies and applying semi-automated vehicles. In addition, these technologies brought other benefits such as contactless landed and paper savings.

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There are many, many examples of green logistics that are being implemented more frequently today. The use of digital tools is a key element in this regard, as it helps to optimize logistics processes and improve their efficiency.

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Damon Baca

Co-Founder

Crossborderit (CBIT)

www.crossborderit.com/IOSS