Transport and logistics are crucial to ensure that goods reach customers on time \u2014 but they also account for a large share of companies\u2019 total climate impact. For many businesses, this is a challenge: how can you guarantee efficient deliveries while also taking environmental responsibility? One of the biggest sources of unnecessary emissions in logistics is half-empty trucks. By consolidating shipments from different customers, we can reduce the number of trips and fill each vehicle to maximum capacity. <\/span><\/p>\n Example: Instead of three half-empty trucks driving the same route, we can coordinate deliveries and use a single fully loaded truck. Warehouses are more than just storage spaces \u2014 they\u2019re the hubs of the entire logistics chain. At GP Last, we continuously work to reduce energy use in our facilities. This includes installing LED lighting, using smart heating and ventilation controls, and investing in energy-efficient forklifts. <\/span><\/p>\n For our customers, this means not only a smaller climate footprint, but also the reassurance of working with a partner that takes environmental issues seriously.<\/span><\/p>\n Packaging is often a forgotten part of logistics \u2014 but there\u2019s a lot to gain here. By using recycled materials, the right box sizes, and recyclable filler, we reduce both waste and transport volume. <\/span><\/p>\n Tangible results:<\/b> Smaller packaging takes up less space in the truck, allowing more goods to be transported at once. This lowers emissions per product.<\/span><\/p>\n With the help of digital systems, we can plan transports to avoid empty runs and unnecessary detours. Route optimisation ensures that drivers always take the most efficient path. <\/span><\/p>\n This is one of the most important actions to combine cost efficiency with reduced climate impact. For our customers, it means their goods reach end-customers faster and in a more sustainable way. <\/span><\/p>\n
\nAt GP Last, we work every day to balance these goals. Here, we share five practical actions that reduce the climate impact of every delivery \u2014 making a difference for both our customers and society. <\/span><\/p>\n1. Consolidation \u2013 more goods on fewer trucks<\/b><\/h4>\n
\nResult:<\/b> Fewer kilometres driven, lower emissions, and reduced costs.<\/span><\/p>\n2. Energy-efficient warehouses<\/b><\/h4>\n
3. Climate-smart packaging<\/b><\/h4>\n
4. Optimised routes through digital tools<\/b><\/h4>\n
5. Green vehicle fleets<\/b><\/h4>\n