Role of Transportation Scope 3 Emissions In Sustainable Supply Chain
Countries worldwide are implementing environmentally friendly policies to combat climate change and protect the environment. While scope 1 and 2 emissions receive attention, scope 3 emissions often go unnoticed. This lack of visibility within the supply chain network hinders progress in reducing emissions and carbon footprint.
Scope 3 emissions are emissions that are not produced by the company itself, and are not the result of activities from assets owned or controlled by them, but by those that it's indirectly responsible for, up and down its value chain.
Atul Mudaliar, Head of Business Actions India at Climate Group, emphasizes the importance of addressing scope 3 emissions, particularly emissions from the extended supply chain and sub-contracted last-mile delivery partners that are beyond a company's direct control. He suggests that the e-commerce industry should invest in transparent accounting and disclosures to tackle scope 3 emissions. Mudaliar highlights Flipkart as an exemplary brand committed to Climate Group's EV100 campaign, aiming to transition their last-mile fleet to commercial electric vehicle by 2030.
Among the various electric vehicle companies in India, Altigreen stands out as a leader in EV technology, offering unparalleled solutions for last-mile transportation. This Bangalore-based commercial electric vehicle manufacturer is committed to developing innovative solutions to reduce vehicular air pollution. Electric cargo vehicles from Altigreen produce zero tailpipe emissions, significantly reducing the carbon footprint.
Critics of EVs argue that the external charging of electric 3 wheelers may not always come from green sources, and long charging hours could strain the power grid. However, Altigreen addresses these concerns with their proprietary battery technology in neEV TEZ, capable of charging from 0 to 100 percent in just 15 minutes, effectively countering these arguments.
Scope 3 emissions are often overlooked as they are indirect emissions within organizations, but they do require attention. Studies highlight transportation as a major contributor to both upstream and downstream emissions. Making informed decisions regarding transportation and encouraging stakeholders to reduce their own emissions can have a significant impact on mitigating these emissions. Electric vehicles play a crucial role in combating global warming, as research indicates that they emit lower emissions and have a lower climate impact over their lifetime compared to internal combustion engine vehicles. The switch to cleaner fuels has become essential for decarbonization efforts.
References:
https://www.supply-pilot.com/scope3
https://www3.weforum.org/docs/WEF_Net_Zero_Challenge_The_Supply_Chain_Opportunity_2021.pdf
https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/es901643a
https://www.carbonbrief.org/factcheck-how-electric-vehicles-help-to-tackle-climate-change/
