
Emissions, Decarbonization Strategy, and Climate Change in the Logistics Sector
Chapter from the book:
Uzun,
E.
&
Özbaş,
H.
(eds.)
2025.
Management, Finance and Accounting Approaches in Scope of International Trade and Logistics II.
Synopsis
This study comprehensively examines the roles that the logistics sector might play in combating climate change. The review reveals that the existing literature focuses on three main topics. The first is the impact of logistics activities on climate change. Greenhouse gas emissions from road transport, fossil fuel consumption, and infrastructure-related environmental impacts are addressed under this heading. The second topic is decarbonization strategies in the sector. Measures such as the use of electric vehicles, the expansion of intermodal transport, and improvements in efficiency through digitalization are at the forefront of these strategies. Third, the promotion of renewable energy use in logistics activities is gaining importance. Storage and distribution centers powered by solar and wind energy are innovative applications that can contribute to the transformation of the sector. The literature review emphasizes that, in the context of climate change, the logistics sector should be considered not only as a source of emissions but also as part of the solution. Strengthening the sector's technological infrastructure, promoting environmentally friendly practices, and institutionalizing sustainability-based policies will yield both environmental and economic benefits.