What are the benefits of measuring emissions?
There is an old business saying that ‘what gets measured gets managed’. Here ZF Technologies talks about how it is helping fleet operators do exactly that.
As the logistics industry focuses on investing in cleaner vehicle technologies to decarbonise their fleets, being able to accurately measure – and ultimately reduce – vehicle emissions can also make a significant contribution to making operations more sustainable.
However, accurately measuring and reporting emissions from fleets is becoming ever more complex. Most shippers outsource the majority of their freight transport to logistics providers, while these logistics providers, in turn, frequently subcontract a significant portion of their work to small carriers. As more stringent regulatory measures are introduced, being able to accurately measure emissions is becoming a more important focus area for the industry.
Valuable data
Accurate reporting will not only help operators demonstrate compliance with regulatory requirements but also provide valuable insights into their environmental impact. This data can prove valuable in optimising fleet operations, identifying areas for improvement, while making informed decisions about adopting new technologies and practices to further reduce emissions.
Monitoring emissions
However, with shipments passing through ever more complex networks, carried by an increasingly diversified mix of electric, hydrogen and traditional combustion powered vehicles, a solution that can accurately track CO2 emissions will become an essential tool. ZF’s SCALAR orchestration platform offers this capability by providing advanced cargo track-andtrace capabilities. The platform has recently been enhanced thanks to ZF’s collaboration with Shippeo, a leading provider of realtime, multi-modal transportation visibility. Integrating Shippeo’s capabilities into SCALAR enables ZF to provide logistics operators with highly accurate, real-time visibility of their consignments, that not just enables them to build more resilient and customer-centric supply chains but also access accurate CO2 emission reports per transport order, enabling them to reduce their environmental impact.
This feature is particularly valuable for logistics operators aiming to comply with existing and future UK regulations on emissions. By having detailed insights into their carbon footprint, operators can make informed decisions to reduce their environmental impact. The platform’s realtime visibility extends to both the trailer and the truck. This is especially beneficial for carriers relying solely on trailer tracking solutions, as it ensures they can maintain high levels of oversight even when trailers are picked up by different trucks, regardless of telematics equipment.
Measuring emissions is crucial for the logistics industry to meet regulatory requirements and achieve sustainability goals. Tools like ZF’s SCALAR orchestration platform will become increasingly important for operators to ensure they meet regulatory reporting requirements. In doing so, operators can make their networks more resilient and sustainable, further supporting the industry’s commitment to reducing its environmental impact.
