New roadmap cut emissions by up to 30% for logistics company

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A data-driven roadmap enabled a logistics company to cut emissions by up to 30%, reduce lifecycle costs by 20%, and strengthen its position as a sustainability leader. With help from Knowit, the company developed a clear, fact-based plan for its green transition – from identifying quick wins to ensuring long-term, sustainable investments.

BACKGROUND

The need: Reduce emissions and build a more sustainable business

The logistics company faced increasing pressure to reduce its carbon footprint and modernize its operations. With a large, traditional vehicle fleet and extensive infrastructure, the challenge was complex. The company turned to Knowit to create a concrete roadmap that could guide its journey toward a low-emission future.

CHALLENGE

Uncertainty slowed down sustainability efforts

The company struggled to identify where to start. Different teams had varying views on what counted as an effective green investment, and decisions were often made without a common fact base. Without a clear strategy, sustainability efforts risked stalling – leading to inefficient spending, missed policy incentives, and a weaker competitive position.

Management asked themselves questions such as:

Where do we start?
Which investments are most impactful?
How can we move fast without wasting millions on immature technologies?

SOLUTION

Data-driven roadmap for sustainable transformation

Knowit guided the company through a structured, data-driven process to manage its transition.
We began by mapping the existing fleet and facilities, modeling emissions trajectories, and aligning them with the company’s climate goals. Quick, high-impact measures such as electrification pilots and energy efficiency improvements were identified to deliver immediate progress.

In parallel, long-term investments — from fleet renewal to charging infrastructure — were evaluated using lifecycle cost analyses (CAPEX, OPEX, and TOTEX) to ensure both financial and environmental benefits. Emerging technologies were compared for maturity, scalability, and risk to support informed, future-proof decisions.

Through workshops and expert dialogues, a shared understanding was built within the organization, laying the foundation for a roadmap that combined strategic direction with measurable data.

RESULT

Direct emissions reduced by up to 30%

The results were significant. The company achieved 20–30% lower direct emissions (Scope 1–2) through electrification and energy efficiency initiatives, and around 30% lower supplier emissions (Scope 3) by introducing climate-smart transport corridors — creating a ripple effect across the value chain.

The roadmap also delivered 20% savings in lifecycle costs (TOTEX) through smarter investment decisions, incentive utilization, and avoided dead ends.

To secure long-term impact, a dedicated sustainability task force was established, ensuring continuous follow-up and integration of climate goals into business operations.

How the solution contributes to Agenda 2030

The initiative supports several of the UN Sustainable Development Goals by linking environmental progress with economic resilience.

SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure: Electrification and infrastructure investments strengthen innovation and modernization in transport.

SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production: Resource-efficient investments and lifecycle-based decisions optimize capital use and minimize climate impact.

SDG 13 – Climate Action: With up to 30% CO₂ reduction across Scopes 1–3, the company is actively contributing to the transition toward a fossil-free future.