How green logistics is going to herald the future of Indian industries?

Due to the outbreak of COVID-19 at the global stage, the logistics space in India is profusely affected. The transportation has been halted and people can’t enjoy the perks of getting the goods and essentials reach them even in the vicinity of their home. 

Times like these often make us realize how shallow our idea of our growth is if do not take care of nature. If all these technological developments are garnered at the cost of damaging the environment then there is no point in human progress.

As far as the logistics sector is concerned, there are certain collateral damages that can’t be eliminated but surely, they can be reduced. On the brighter side, countries are forming alliances to adopt environment-friendly practices to preserve nature. As a result, Green Logistics companies in India and other developing nations become more than a requirement. This much is imperative to tackle the ever-increasing problem of global warming and logistics contributes a significant part to it.

How Green Logistics works?

• Packaging – packaging parcels and couriers use of a lot of materials and create tons of waste. Usage of eco-friendly reusable packaging materials gives companies the luxury of cutting costs along with the benefits of preserving the environment. 

• Reciprocating – since packaging uses up a lot of paper and trees, companies take initiatives to plant trees 

• Optimizing the load – companies make it a point to send consignments when the trucks are fully loaded 

• Optimizing the routes – transport companies are required to scout the best possible route to cut the travel distance and time

• Methods of transportation – air travel, as it turns out, is the most harmful way of transportation and therefore, companies choose railroad travel whenever possible.

Protecting the Environment

To tackle the problems of wastage and preserving the environment, health, and space, companies are employing the increasing number of mobile logistic halls. These units can be re-used and easily transferred to other companies in case of downsizing or any other issues. Permanent structures cannot be moved or employed instantly unlike mobile halls.

The Indian logistics needs initiatives on the individual level, from businesses and public policy to implement green logistics. Since the vast population and the consequently high demand for products and services, it is imperative for countries like India to adopt sustainable logistics modules. The aforementioned levels are intertwined and influence each other. Minor enforcement is required on the part of the government, for obvious reasons. It boils down to the national policy and the relations with the MNCs that majorly drive such factors of Indian logistics.