The Academy covers a broad range of freight decarbonization topics. Our courses are organized into 3 main categories “Mobilize for Action”; “Track Your Emissions”, and “Reduce Your Emissions”.

You can view all courses from the Course Catalog, browse by category e.g. Mobilize for Action or click on Program Resources in the navigation bar to browse by program.

Our Educational Media (in the top navigation bar) offers freely accessible 'snackable' learning content in the form of podcasts, articles, videos, infographics and more.

Note: from each program page you view the course and educational media related to that program

Self-paced courses are on-demand e-learning modules that you complete in your own time. They are typically introductory courses and include videos, readings, and quizzes that you progress through independently. You have access to your self-paced course for 6 months from the date you sign up, or the date access is granted.

Live courses are instructor-led, scheduled, virtual workshops. These are typically intermediate level, application-based trainings, allowing for group discussions and practical application of knowledge through exercises. You have access to your live, virtual course for 12 months from the date you sign up, or the date access is granted.

Access duration depends on the course format:
Self-paced courses: 6 months of access from the date you sign up, or the date access is granted.
Live virtual courses: 12 months of access from the date you sign up, or the date access is granted. Within that period, you can review materials, rewatch recordings, and complete assessments.

Our courses cater to a wide range of learners from logistics, sustainability, operations, finance, sales and procurement teams. We have tailored offerings for varied groups of learners.
For beginners or individuals new to sustainable freight and logistics who need core concepts and fundamentals our self-paced e-learning course are often the best place to start.
For learners or those familiar with the basics and ready to move into action and implementation, our live virtual trainings are a great place to get ready to move into action or focus on scaling up your efforts.

Once enrolled, enter a course to see its curriculum (modules/sessions). The Academy's course player has navigation on the left side – click each module to view videos and content.

For self-paced e-learning courses: complete any quizzes or activities within each module to mark them complete. Your progress bar or checklist will advance as you finish sections. If you exit, you can log back in and resume where you left off. You will need to complete all the tasks in a course in order to access your certificate.

For live, virtual training: You can view and access all course materials including slides, recordings and extra readings or exercises via the course player. If you have attended the live session, your attendance will be captured. If you missed the live session, you will need to review the content online before your attendance is captured. You will not be able to claim your certificate until you have completed the required content or met the attendance criteria for each course.

For any issues with the player (e.g. videos not loading), try refreshing or a different browser. If the problem persists reach us out at academy@smartfreightcentre.org

Please contact academy@smartfreightcentre.org for assistance - these requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis

There are no prerequisites for self-paced e-learning courses, but intermediate level, live virtual training programs require prior knowledge. These courses do not cover the basics. Therefore, we strongly recommend taking an introductory course on the same subject prior to the intermediate course, if you are not familiar with the subject. We offer introductory courses that complement all of our intermediate level courses.

As an example: If you are new to the GLEC Framework your ideal learning path is: 1. Introduction to the GLEC Framework 2. GLEC and ISO 14083 Calculation Workshop.

If you are not sure where to start, please reach out to us, and we can help guide you, academy@smartfreightcentre.org

Yes. Our platform is mobile-friendly and can be accessed on tablets and smartphones as well.

Yes. All live virtual courses provide recordings, allowing you to complete the training asynchronously. Recordings are accessible within your platform access period which is 12 months for live, virtual courses

Currently, courses are offered in English. If you require materials in another language, please contact academy@smartfreightcentre.org to discuss options. Our 2 free courses 'Sustainable Logistics at a Glance' and 'Logistics Emissions Accounting at a Glance' are both available in Spanish you can access them here. 'Una Mirada Rápida a la Logística Sostenible'; Una Mirada Rápida a la Contabilización de Emisiones Logísticas'

Please note that, as per our training policy, each enrollment is personal, and access to the live sessions is reserved exclusively for the registered participant.We kindly ask that meeting links are not distributed to others who have not enrolled.

Yes. We support corporate and group enrollments, including bulk registrations, invoicing, and custom training solutions.
Please contact academy@smartfreightcentre.org to arrange a group purchase or custom training plan.

Are you an SFC Member? Please see our section on SFC Member Discounts.

During live courses, instructors are available for questions during sessions. For self-paced courses, and any other questions, please contact academy@smartfreightcentre.org

Access depends on the course format:

Self-paced courses: If you select 'Enroll now, Pay now' access is granted immediately upon payment. If you select 'Enroll now, Pay Later' access is granted once invoicing and payment are completed. Once access is granted, you will receive a platform access email from Smart Freight Centre Academy.

Live virtual courses: If you register well in advance of the start date, access is provided closer to the first session, so that your 12-month access period aligns with the official course timeline.

Once access is granted, you will receive:
1. A platform access email from Smart Freight Centre Academy
2. Calendar invitations for all live sessions
3. Instructions on pre-learning or pre-reading (if applicable)

If you believe you should already have access but do not see the course in your account, please contact academy@smartfreightcentre.org

For live courses starting in the future, we delay access intentionally to ensure your full 12-month access period covers the course and the post-training support window. We will notify you in advance once access is activated and share calendar invitations for upcoming sessions

No. If you fully participate in the scheduled live sessions, you do not need to rewatch the recorded content. Recordings are only required for participants who: Miss live sessions, or choose to complete the course asynchronously. If you have attended all live sessions your attendance will be tracked and you will be able to access your Certificate of Completion once the you receive an email confirming it is ready.

No problem — all live course sessions are recorded. You will have access to recordings of each session within 48hours after the live training. You can complete the course asynchronously at your own pace within the 12-month access period for live courses.

With live trainings that are already complete – you can join asynchronously, we will connect you to the subject matter expert via email, as that will allow you to have any of your questions answered as you progress through the content

All live sessions are recorded and made available on the academy platform along with slides and additional materials. You can access these recordings at your convenience and follow the training asynchronously. During your learning journy you are welcome to email us with any questions you may have

Please note that, as per our training policy, each enrollment is personal, and access to the live sessions is reserved exclusively for the registered participant.We kindly ask that meeting links are not distributed to others who have not enrolled. Failure to respect this request will result in immediate un-enrollment without reimbursement.

With live trainings that are already complete – you can join asynchronously, we will connect you to the subject matter expert via email, as that will allow you to have any of your questions answered as you progress through the content.

We provide flexible custom training tailored to your organization’s goals and budget. Pricing is set case-by-case, based on the group size, delivery format, and desired level of customization. Training can be delivered live online, self-paced, or in person — whatever best fits your needs. Whether you require a focused session on a specific freight decarbonization challenge or a tailored version of one of our standard courses, we’re here to support you.

Please reach out to academy@smartfreightcentre.org to discuss your objectives and receive a tailored proposal.