With over $20 trillion dollars in goods shipped around the world by a complex network of airlines, ocean carriers, trucking companies, rail, barges, and more, international freight is a key part of the global economy.
It’s also a large emitter of greenhouse gasses.
According to The Carbon Footprint of Global Trade by the International Transport Forum of the OECD, freight transportation is responsible for 2.1 billion tons of CO2 equivalent emissions per year, or 7% of the world total emissions.
And these numbers are expected to nearly quadruple by 2050 as freight volumes increase and the demand for quick delivery grows.
At the same time, the goal of decreasing carbon output is more important than ever.
Most countries are committed to reducing emissions to net zero over the coming years. Businesses count reducing emissions as a priority, and more than a quarter report that doing so increased demand for their products. Which is not surprising, given that 60% of consumers say sustainability is a key factor in their purchase decisions.
On Freightos.com you can sort quotes according to a "green" rating based on a calculation of the carbon emissions resulting from moving cargo. This calculation is based on industry standards, combined with distance required for moving cargo and mode of transport.
We’ve also developed a CO2 emissions calculator to help you make a more informed decision about a particular route or mode.
Just input your dimensions and freight type and get an output estimate in seconds