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A Clarion Call for Packaging Change in E-Commerce
The increase in e-commerce volume comes with a societal toll—the commensurate increase in packaging waste that is polluting the environment.
How Logistics Takes on Sustainability
Supply Chain Disruptions During a Pandemic
SCN Summit Speaker Bios
Why Energy & Manufacturing Jobs Will Always Be Essential
New Report Highlights How 3D Printing Optimizes Supply Chains and Manufacturing
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Multimedia
SDCE Editors Talk Professional Development in the Supply Chain Industry
Marina, Brielle and Mackenna discuss professional development within the supply chain industry.
Multimedia
Economic Impact of Supply Chain Disruptions in Freight and Transportation
Associate editor Brielle Jaekel provides an economic report on the freight industry.
Sourcing/Procurement
Metric of the Month: Examining Finished Goods Inventory Turns
With supply chains (and the global economy more broadly) upended by COVID-19 in the first quarter of 2020, carefully managing inventory turnover, including understanding the benefits and risks, is vital. It has also become more difficult than ever.
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Amazon Commits Further to Becoming Net Zero with German Donation
Amazon has contributed a significant donation to help reduce climate change in German cities as part of its pledge to be net zero carbon by 2040.
There is a Way For Packaging to be Sustainable
Packaging is one of the most damaging sectors to the environment, but many innovations are paving the way to make it sustainable.
Amazon Announces Five New Utility-Scale Solar Projects to Power Global Operations
Amazon announced five new renewable energy projects in China, Australia and the U.S. that further support Amazon’s commitment to reach 80% renewable energy by 2024.
New Tool Helps Measure Sustainability Impact of IT Products
IT products are essential in most organizations, but they come with both social and environmental risks.
TC Energy Goes All-In on AWS
Amazon Web Services Inc. announced that TC Energy is going all-in on the world’s leading cloud, moving its entire infrastructure to AW
EDF Renewables and Alliant Energy Announce Commercial Operation at Golden Plains Wind Project in Iowa
Located in Winnebago and Kossuth counties in the north central portion of Iowa, the Project injected millions of dollars into the economy and employed hundreds of workers at the peak of construction.
Digital & Documentation Transformation Key to Pharma, Manufacturing and Energy Survival Amidst COVID-19
Pharma and manufacturing industries are facing similar wake-up calls for a future riddled with uncertainty.
Toshiba is Celebrating Sustainability Milestones From 2019
Toshiba recycled 187 tons of e-waste as part of its ongoing efforts to help sustainability.
Amazon Turns to Private Land in Fight Against Climate Change
As part of Amazon's plan to be net zero carbon by 2040, the e-commerce giant is looking to help conserve forests owned by families.
EDF Renewables North America Partners with Cubic Corporation on Integrated Energy System
EDF Store & Forecast Energy Management System (EMS) will operate the solar and battery storage system to optimize utility bills savings.
FourKites Introduces Supply Chain Sustainability Dashboard
FourKites announced the availability of a free Sustainability Dashboard to provide customers with visibility into the environmental impact of their supply chain operations.
SDCE Editors Talk About Sustainable Supply Chains on Earth Day
Marina, Brielle and Mackenna talk about sustainability in the supply chain on the 50th anniversary of Earth Day.
Top 5 Most Interesting Products in Sustainable Packaging
It’s Earth Day 2020 and sentiment for keeping the earth healthy seems to be at an all-time high these past few years, unrelated to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic damaging the health of its population.
Research Indicates COVID-19 Has Not Reduced Consumers’ Demands for Sustainable Solutions
The study revealed that consumers hold retailers and consumer goods manufacturers accountable for taking strong pro-environmental positions and bringing sustainable goods to market.
Port of Long Beach Tests Ability of Zero-Emissions Equipment
Port of Long Beach is installing zero-emissions equipment at two of its shipping terminals to determine if they can handle the large capacity of the port.
GS1 Aims for Better Sustainable Practices in Material Sourcing
GS1 is looking to create greater transparency for consumers in where the material comes from in their apparel by urging partners to follow its guidelines.
3 Critical Steps to Becoming Carbon Neutral
Every waste stream your operation produces is a source of carbon, both in its creation and disposal.
How Supply Chain Finance Can Drive Sustainability Success
Sustainability is an integral cog in delivering strong business performance in today’s business climate.
RJW Logistics Invests Further in Chicago Area for Latest Warehouse
RJW is opening a new warehouse in Chicagoland, focusing on sustainability and innovation with battery powered equipment and LED lighting.
CSX Launches Ambitious Emissions Goal Backed by SBTi
CSX is aiming to reduce its gas emissions by 37.3% by 2030, which the Science Based Target Initiative (SBTi) has now approved.
Corrugated Box Industry Keeps Supply Chain Moving Amid COVID-19 Challenges
Disruption in the availability of these goods would cause significant hardships to consumers across the country who depend on steady and stable supplies.
Amazon Continues Renewable Energy Investments
Amazon Web Services data centers will now see power coming from renewable energy services, as it begins four projects for wind and solar.
USPS Contractor to Implement Propane Autogas Trucks for Parcel Deliveries
The vehicles are used for contracted parcel delivery routes between USPS locations in North and South Carolina.
Green May be the New Fast: Addressing the Impact of Next-Day Shipping
The world of retail is more demanding than ever. In fact, e-commerce has been growing at a rate of 13-16% per year over the past five years, according to recent studies from the American Transportation Research Institute.
Ørsted launches program for carbon neutral supply chain by 2040
Renewable energy company Ørsted targets carbon neutral energy generation by 2025 and now sets out to work with its suppliers to decarbonize the supply chain by 2040.
Delta Commits $1 Billion to Become First Carbon Neutral Airline Globally
Starting March 1, 2020, Delta Air Lines is committing $1 billion over the next 10 years on its journey to mitigate all emissions from its global business going forward.
CALSTART’s Drive to Zero Program Highlights Zero-Emission Commercial Vehicle Offering
Drive to Zero plans to expand the tool in the coming months into a global index of commercially available zero-emission commercial vehicles.
Turtle & Hughes Enters Electric Vehicle Market with ChargePoint Partnership
Driving an electric vehicle can cut fossil fuel emissions in half or get rid of them entirely when renewable energy sources are used.
Logistics Plus Partners with Restoring Integrity to the Oceans to Restore Integrity to World’s Oceans
RIO has been collecting plastic waste from Earth’s oceans since 2019 at locations around the world.
Study Reveals Increased Adoption of Smart LED Street Lighting
Smart LED street lighting has emerged as a sustainable and cost-effective option for cities with limited use of energy along with the data sharing capability on energy use.
