New supply chain service offers 'green' alternatives

LAST WEEK saw the global launch by Maersk Logistics of a carbon footprint reduction service – the SupplyChain CarbonCheck™ – designed to help companies reduce carbon emissions from their supply chains. “We recognise that global warming is one of the largest challenges of this century,” said global head of Maersk Logistics Henrik Ramskov. “Traditionally, efforts for reducing carbon emissions have focused on manufacturing processes and domestic distribution. However, for our customers involved in international sourcing, the global supply chain holds significant potential for reducing carbon emissions, potential that has so far largely gone untapped.” First step is to calculate a customer’s current carbon footprint. “We then simulate carbon emissions for alternative supply chain scenarios and compare the results with the current footprint. This comparison reveals potentials for reducing carbon emissions, which we then evaluate in terms of ease of implementation and cost savings. Finally, we assist the customer in putting the recommendations into practice,” he said.