Hoppa till innehåll

(English) Best Practices

Flexport

Sector
Shipment

Keywords
Logistic Environmental Shipments

Location
California

Format
Physical

Years of implementation
Since 2013

Website

Abstract

Flexport.org uses logistics as a positive force for social and environmental impact - enabling organizations to deliver global aid and meet their sustainability goals with greater ease and lower costs.

The Flexport.org Fund is currently supporting the movement of shipments of aid to people impacted by conflicts and disasters around the world, including relief for Ukraine and food for families in The Horn of Africa.


Relevance

Flexport.org harnesses logistics as a catalyst for positive social and environmental change. By leveraging logistics solutions, the organization facilitates the global distribution of aid, assisting entities in achieving their sustainability objectives more efficiently and cost-effectively.


Concepts addressed within ESG

Flexport.org uses the global logistics platform to deliver aid in a crisis, donate unused goods and limit carbon emissions, all with more clarity and accountability at every step.


Impact & Achieved Results

The Flexport.org Fund actively backs the transportation of aid shipments to regions affected by conflicts and disasters, exemplified by its ongoing support for relief efforts in Ukraine and the delivery of food to families in The Horn of Africa.


Indicators of performance and success

450+

Organisations received help with logistics and shipping, so that they can better concentrate on their missions.

20-25%

savings in the cost of sending aid, freeing up more resources to help people in need.

350K+

tonnes of greenhouse gases from transport are offset, helping to protect the planet.


Certifications

Does not have specific sustainability certifications disclosed publicly.


Challenges and recommendations

Reduction in carbon emissions intensity.

Increase in the use of sustainable and renewable fuels.


Bibliography

Flexport.org - Make Logistics a Positive Force for Social and Environmental Impact. Flexport.org. Published 2023. Accessed December 5, 2023. https://www.flexport.org/