In this episode of Smart Freight Conversations: The Leadership Series, we sit down with Scott Childress, Chief Sustainability Officer at UPS, a member of our SFC Community, to explore how one of the world’s largest logistics companies is tackling emissions head-on.

Scott shares how UPS is:

• Scaling the use of renewable natural gas and CNG in its fleet
• Leveraging internal carbon tracking tools for Scope 1, 2 & 3
• Reimagining supply chains with customers using data-backed transparency
• Using AI and smart routing to cut mileage and boost efficiency
• Achieving year-over-year absolute emissions reductions

Discover the milestones UPS has hit, the lessons they’ve learned, and the bold targets they’ve set, including a 50% reduction in carbon intensity per package by 2035, and the ultimate goal of carbon neutrality by 2050.

Want to follow in their footsteps and start your own decarbonization journey? Explore SFC Academy: https://bit.ly/SFCAcademyCourseCatalog

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In this episode of the Smart Freight Conversations, host Andy Golding is joined by Marcus Lomax, Technical Manager at Smart Freight Centre, to unpack some of the biggest misconceptions in emissions accounting.They explore why more data isn’t always better, how to choose the right level of aggregation, and what it means to follow round trip logic under ISO 14083 and the GLEC Framework. If you’re navigating primary vs. secondary data, trying to account for empty runs, or simply aiming to improve your reporting strategy—this episode is a must-listen.🎧 Topics covered:

-Why Transport Operation Categories (TOCs) matter in emissions reporting

• -The pitfalls of relying solely on individual trip-level data
• -How aggregation levels can support more complete, standardized reporting
• -Practical tips for applying the GLEC Framework and ISO 14083

-How to use primary and secondary data more effectively

To understand more about GLEC Framework and ISO 14083, explore our course offerings and free educational media resources:⁠https://bit.ly/Academy-glec

In this episode of the Smart Freight Conversations, we explore Book and Claim: what it is, how it works, why it matters, and how you can explain it to customers, colleagues – or even your mom.

Join your host Andy Golding, Head of Academy at Smart Freight Centre, as she sits down with Quintin Barnes, Program Manager for Market Based Measures, for a deep dive into this flexible and powerful chain of custody model.

🔍 In this episode, we cover:

- What is Book and Claim and how does it work?

- The difference between Book and Claim and carbon offsetting

- Why companies use Book and Claim in addition to other decarbonization strategies

- How it helps scale clean transportation globally

- Common misconceptions and how to explain it in simple terms

- Real-world examples of how Book and Claim can be applied

Whether you're new to the concept or looking to deepen your understanding, this episode will equip you with the knowledge and language to talk confidently about Book and Claim in your organization or with stakeholders.

To understand more about Book and Claim, explore our course offerings and free educational media resources:https://bit.ly/Academy-bookandclaim

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In this episode of the Smart Freight Conversations, host Andy Golding is joined by Rik Arends (Senior Director at Smart Freight Centre) and Martijn Bakker (Lead Consultant at All Chiefs) to explore the critical role of Sustainable Logistics Roadmap (SLR) in decarbonizing logistics operations.

What You’ll Learn:

✔️ Why every company needs a Sustainable Logistics Roadmap

✔️ How an SLR helps prioritize emissions reduction efforts

✔️ The importance of stakeholder alignment in achieving sustainability goals

✔️ A real-world success

✔️ How the SFC Academy’s Develop Your Sustainable Logistics Roadmap training can help you create your own roadmap

Explore our course offerings and free educational media resources in sustainable logistics:https://bit.ly/Academy-sustainable-logistics

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In this episode of the Smart Freight Conversations, Andy Golding, Head of Academy at SFC Academy, is joined by Rik Arends, Director Sustainable Freight Buyers Alliance at Smart Freight Centre, and Anders Lehmann, Senior Partner at Implement Consulting Group.Discover why procurement is critical in driving freight decarbonization, the challenges logistics professionals face, and how the newly launched Sustainable Logistics Procurement Playbook can guide organizations in their journey toward a zero-emissions logistics industry.Explore our course offerings and free educational media resources in sustainable logistics procurement:https://bit.ly/Academy-sustainable-logistics

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Welcome to the final series of the Smart Freight Conversations Road Freight Electrification! In this three-part series, we explore the vital role of Road Freight Electrification in achieving a zero-emissions logistics industry. 🌱In this episode, hosted by Andy Golding, Head of Academy at Smart Freight Center (SFC), we focus on the crucial role of education in road freight electrification. Joined once again by Tharsis Teoh, Senior Technical Manager at SFC, we discuss:-The importance of education in the transition to electric freight vehicles-The challenges and opportunities of fleet electrification-How SFC Academy's course offerings support the logistics sector in this transitionTo understand more about Road Freight Electrification, explore our course offerings and free educational media resources:⁠https://bit.ly/Academy-fec⁠

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In this second series of the Smart Freight Conversations on Road Freight Electrification episode, we're delving into the fascinating world of freight decarbonization and the transition to a zero-emissions logistics industry. 🌱Hosted by Andy Golding, Head of Academy at Smart Freight Center (SFC), we continue our three-part series on Road Freight Electrification with expert insights from Tharsis Teoh, Senior Technical Manager at SFC. Join us as we:-Explore why Smart Freight Center focuses on road freight electrification-Discuss the benefits and scalability of electric vehicles (EVs) in the logistics sector-Compare EVs with other sustainable fuels and solutionsTharsis Teoh shares his expertise on the challenges and opportunities in transitioning to electric freight vehicles, offering valuable insights into how the logistics industry can achieve significant emissions reductions.To understand more about Road Freight Electrification, explore our course offerings and free educational media resources:⁠https://bit.ly/Academy-fec⁠

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In this first series of the Smart Freight Conversations on Road Freight Electrification episode, we're delving into the fascinating world of freight decarbonization and the transition to a zero-emissions logistics industry. 🌱🔌 In today's episode, hosted by Andy Golding, Head of Academy at Smart Freight Center (SFC), we explore the essential topic of Road Freight Electrification with expert insights from Tharsis Teoh, Senior Technical Manager at SFC. With the increasing presence of electric vehicles (EVs) on the roads, we discuss their impact and benefits for the logistics sector. Join us as we:-Understand what road freight electrification means-Discuss the role of Smart Freight Center in this transition-Highlight the benefits and challenges of adopting electric freight vehiclesTo understand more about Road Freight Electrification, explore our course offerings and free educational media resources:https://bit.ly/Academy-fecVisit Smart Freight Centre www.smartfreightcentre.org Learn More at SFC Academy academy.smartfreightcentre.org