Data Access for Logistics Emissions

Phase 1: State of play regarding logistics data exchange

This phase included a high involvement from stakeholders to produce a written guidance. The key takeaways of this phase were insights and challenges our members and partners experience related to data exchange across the supply chain. In addition, this work delivered a preliminary list of variables to consider when calculating or exchanging logistics GHG emissions. A copy can be found here.

Phase 2: Development Logistics Emissions Data Exchange Guidelines and associated data exchange protocol

The guideline, together with the data model, define what information should be exchanged and in what format for all use cases regarding emissions accounting. Suggestions are provided on how to gain trust and setup the required assurance processes. The model defines what parameters should be gathered by the different actors in the supply chain and shared between different IT systems (FMS, TMS, ERP, etc.), to subsequently calculate emissions in conformance with the GLEC Framework.

The model could be used to facilitate the direct data transfer in a network of interoperable logistics platforms at other levels, e.g. green freight programs, commercial data management systems and national energy and emission reporting systems. To summarize, the guidance can be used as a starting point when organisations set up their systems for exchange of information for the declaration of GHG emissions.

Phase 3: Test cases of the data model and a revised guidance.

Industry case studies tested the data model in different contexts and proved its applicability in the industry. In addition, technical feedback was collected on the feasibility and fit of the data model. As a result, a revised Guidance is published accompanied by an updated data model to support organizations with setting up GLEC-aligned data systems for logistics emissions calculation and reporting.