A Trend for Tomorrow or an Action of Today?
There is no single way to calculate logistics emissions. Today, many cargo owners rely on high-level input data, such as origin, destination, mode, and freight volume, combined with generic emission factors from the GLEC Framework. While this provides a starting point, many companies are beginning to realise this calculation method falls short when it comes to capturing the impact of emission optimisation initiatives. Others realise that default calculations are not accurate enough to assess the required investment in costly biofuels or electric vehicles.
As a result, more companies are seeking greater precision by integrating additional variables such as load factors, vehicle types, empty trips, or carrier emission intensity (CO2e/tonne-km). Some are using digital tools to model emissions with increasing accuracy. Still, the majority of calculations are based on assumptions rather than actual shipment data.
The value of using primary data is increasingly recognised. However, for companies with global operations and large cross-modal carrier networks, implementation of primary data use is often seen as complex and challenging.
This whitepaper explores whether primary data is a trend for tomorrow or an action to start today. It examines the topic from definition to challenges, highlights key market developments, and offers practical recommendations to move forward.
At AllChiefs, we are committed to continue building on real-world insight, turning knowledge into action together with our clients, partners, and Chiefs, and supporting organisations in making decisions that drive real impact. We go beyond delivering documents – we turn visionary strategy into actionable execution. Join our journey and let’s accelerate the path towards decarbonisation with measurable impact. You. Us. We Are All Chiefs.
