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Decarbonizing Logistics

A comprehensive guide to the decarbonization of logistics, from climate science through managerial concepts and much more.


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This is Partner Course. This course is not included in the free seats SFC Members receive.
LEVEL
Introductory
FORMAT
Self-paced
DURATION
3-4 hours
ACCESS
6 months

What You'll learn

Gain practical, actionable skills you can apply to your work right away.
  • Understand the need to decarbonize logistics. 
  • Explain the scale of the climate change challenge. 
  • Explain logistics' contribution to carbon emissions.
  • Development of a decarbonization strategy for logistics.
  • Outline of a 10-stage framework that businesses can apply to be systematic in their approach to decarbonization.
  • Calculating & reporting emissions from logistics.
  • Setting realistic targets for reducing logistics-related emissions. 
  • Choosing the right decarbonization initiatives.
  • In depth analysis of the five decarbonization levers for logistics. 
  Earn a Certificate of Completion (Upon completion of the course)
  Certification
Upon completion of this course you will earn a Certificate of Completion.
  Member Benefits and Group Discounts.
SFC member discounts and free tickets, and non-member group discounts available
  Course Access
6 Months Access to course materials

Why This Course Matters

This self-paced e-learning offers a comprehensive guide to the decarbonization of logistics, ranging from climate science through managerial concepts to practical advice on how to cut carbon emissions from freight transport and warehousing operations.

This course is designed to give logistics, freight transport and supply chain managers a broad overview of the decarbonization challenges ahead and the ways in which businesses can address them.It is aimed at those undergoing training in logistics, new entrants to the logistics profession, and those with experience in the sector possibly moving into environmental management roles.

The subject is explained in a way that should make it accessible, stimulating and relevant to managers at different levels in companies providing and using logistics services. It provides a broad foundation upon which further training on decarbonization methods can build.

What's Inside

Module 1
Module 2
Module 3
Module 4
Overview of Module Content

Module 1: Welcome & Introduction

  • Introduction and welcome from Professor Alan McKinnon
  • Course Information
  • Book Recommendations
Overview of Module Content

Module 2: Decarbonizing Logistics

  • Why Decarbonize Logistics?
  • Strategic Framework for Logistics Decarbonization
  • Calculating and Reporting GHG Emissions
  • Setting Carbon Reduction Targets
  • Choosing Appropriate Decarbonization Actions
  • Collaboration
  • Carbon Offsetting
Overview of Module Content

Module 4: Conclusion

  • Combined effect of all Carbon-Saving initiatives on total C02 Emissions
  • Course Conclusion
Overview of Module Content

Module 3: Decarbonization Initiatives

  • Reducing Demand for Freight Transport
  • Shifting Freight to Lower Carbon Transport Modes
  • Improving Asset Utilization
  • Increasing the Energy Efficiency of Logistics
  • Switching to Lower Carbon Energy

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