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Data year: 2023· Sources: CDP, IEA, EPA
16%
of global emissions
8.9
Gt CO2e / year
65
tCO2e / $M revenue
20%
Scope 3 share
Average emissions intensity for transportation & logistics companies (2023 data)
| Company Size | tCO2e / employee | tCO2e / $M revenue |
|---|---|---|
| Small logistics company | 30 | 85 |
| Mid-size fleet operator | 45 | 65 |
| Global logistics / airline | 60 | 50 |
Small logistics company
30
tCO2e / employee
85
tCO2e / $M rev
Mid-size fleet operator
45
tCO2e / employee
65
tCO2e / $M rev
Global logistics / airline
60
tCO2e / employee
50
tCO2e / $M rev
Key decarbonization actions for the transportation & logistics sector
Electrify last-mile and urban delivery fleets
40-60% reduction for last-mile operations
Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) blending
50-80% lifecycle reduction per flight
Route optimization and load consolidation
5-15% fuel reduction
Green methanol/ammonia for maritime shipping
60-90% reduction per voyage
Modal shift — road to rail where possible
70-80% reduction per tonne-km
Aviation and maritime shipping are among the hardest sectors to decarbonize due to limited low-carbon fuel alternatives for long-distance travel.
Transportation accounts for approximately 16% of global GHG emissions (about 8.9 Gt CO2e). Road transport is the largest sub-sector at 45% of transport emissions.
Yes, even with current electricity grids. An EV in the US produces about 60% fewer lifecycle emissions than a petrol car. In countries with clean grids (France, Norway), the difference exceeds 80%.
Electrify urban fleets, optimize routes with AI, shift freight from road to rail where possible, and invest in sustainable fuels for aviation and shipping.
Rail is the most carbon-efficient for both freight and passengers. Maritime shipping is efficient for bulk freight. Aviation is the most carbon-intensive per passenger-km.
Data represents global averages for 2023. Actual emissions vary by company, region, and methodology.