The transportation industry is a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, and it is leading global efforts to reduce its environmental impact. Freight transport and supply chain operations, which account for a quarter of greenhouse gas emissions, mainly rely on fossil fuels, exacerbating the challenge of climate change and air pollution.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, last-mile deliveries have increased dramatically, particularly in the European Union, which saw a remarkable 25% increase in e-commerce deliveries in 2020. This growth trend is not expected to slow down, highlighting the urgency for sustainable solutions in an industry that employs over 10,000,000 people and contributes 4.6% to the GDP of the EU.

In response to the urgent need for change, the “Couriers Go Green” initiative has taken up a purposeful mission to create a comprehensive plan. This plan includes a training and certification scheme to facilitate a transition towards more eco-friendly operations. The primary objective of this initiative is to equip organisations and their workforce with the necessary skills and motivation to reduce their environmental impact significantly.

A significant milestone was achieved on Tuesday, October 31, 2023, when the project partners held a comprehensive online meeting. The meeting provided a platform to present the progress made and engage in vital discussions necessary to advance the project. The next critical phase will focus on developing training materials. The “Couriers Go Green” project serves as proof of the joint effort to reform an industry that is vital to global economies while simultaneously preserving our environment’s delicate balance.

For more information and updates on the project, please visit our website https://www.green-courier.eu/ or contact us directly at info@eugeneglobal.eu

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