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Welcome to the Smart Freight Conversations!  Our mission is to create world-class educational content and learning experiences for people at all levels of business, providing them access to practical, informative, and actionable learning to enhance their decarbonization efforts. Our podcast covers a wide range of topics related to that, and each episode features in-depth discussions with subject matter experts who share their insights and practical tips to help you decarbonize your logistics and freight operations.  For more information, visit: https://www.smartfreightcentre.org/en/ https://academy.smartfreightcentre.org/

  1. Episode 17 | The Leadership Series: How is Lenovo Powering Low-Carbon Logistics Through Innovation?

    6D AGO

    Episode 17 | The Leadership Series: How is Lenovo Powering Low-Carbon Logistics Through Innovation?

    In this episode of Smart Freight Conversations: The Leadership Series, we speak with Golden Xing, Director of Global Logistics Operations at Lenovo, to explore how one of the world’s leading technology companies is advancing decarbonization across its global supply chain.  Golden shares how Lenovo:  Became the first PC and smartphone manufacturer with near- and long-term emission reduction targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Cut logistics emissions intensity by 32% over seven years, reaching its 2030 target five years early. Shifts freight from air to ocean to reduce emissions while maintaining delivery performance. Leads industry adoption of sustainable aviation and marine fuels in China and beyond. Expands the use of electric vehicles for final-mile delivery, now exceeding 35% of Lenovo’s fleet in China From supplier engagement to clean transport innovation, Lenovo is showing how data, partnership, and accountability can make low-carbon logistics a reality.  Want to follow in their footsteps and start your own decarbonization journey? Explore SFC Academy: https://bit.ly/SFCAcademyCourseCatalog  #SmartFreightConversations #LeadershipSeries #SmartFreightCentre #Decarbonization #Lenovo

    10 min
  2. Episode 16 | The Leadership Series: How Sovereign Speed Is Turning Emissions Strategy into Action

    DEC 1

    Episode 16 | The Leadership Series: How Sovereign Speed Is Turning Emissions Strategy into Action

    In this episode of Smart Freight Conversations: The Leadership Series, Moritz Tölke, Director for Green Projects at Sovereign Speed, shares how a medium-sized carrier is driving meaningful climate action without waiting for perfect conditions.    Moritz breaks down how Sovereign Speed:  Is deploying HVO100 and scaling fleet electrification Uses primary fuel data instead of modeled estimates Builds trust with LSPs and shippers through transparent collaboration Tracks performance against science-based targets (SBTi) Actively contributes to Smart Freight Centre initiatives like Book & Claim, MBM, and sustainable procurement   This episode highlights how real decarbonization happens at the intersection of partnership, standards, and operational accountability, especially when the carriers themselves take the lead.

    18 min
  3. Episode 15 | The Catalyst Series: Scaling Impact – Microsoft's Strategy for Zero-Emission Freight

    NOV 24

    Episode 15 | The Catalyst Series: Scaling Impact – Microsoft's Strategy for Zero-Emission Freight

    Welcome to another episode of The Catalyst Series – a special edition of Smart Freight Conversations featuring the changemakers leading the freight sector toward zero emissions. In this episode, Smart Freight Centre CEO Christoph Wolff sits down with Nico De Golia, Director of Sustainability and Innovation at Microsoft Logistics, during the SFC US Fall Meeting in Seattle – hosted by Microsoft. Tune in to hear: How Microsoft is scaling impact across its logistics operationsWhy Book and Claim is critical to accelerating freight decarbonisationThe role of data and collaboration in transforming the I-10 freight corridorHow freight decarbonisation can unlock wider Scope 3 reductionsPractical advice for companies at the start of their sustainability journey“Sustainability is a team sport.” This conversation offers actionable insights for anyone working to drive change in freight, logistics, and supply chain sustainability. To learn more, explore our course offerings and free educational media resources: https://academy.smartfreightcentre.org/programresources Visit Smart Freight Centre https://www.smartfreightcentre.org  Learn More at SFC Academy https://academy.smartfreightcentre.org

    30 min
  4. Episode 14 | The Catalyst Series: Bridging the Gap Between Sustainability and Logistics Teams

    NOV 13

    Episode 14 | The Catalyst Series: Bridging the Gap Between Sustainability and Logistics Teams

    The Catalyst Series: Bridging the Gap Between Sustainability and Logistics Teams In this episode, Andy Golding, Head of SFC Academy, is joined by Kelly Hobson, Managing Director of Shape Tomorrow and founder of Sustainable Logistics Live. Together, they unpack the communication gap between sustainability professionals and logistics teams—and what it really takes to drive organization-wide decarbonization. What you’ll learn: -Why logistics is often left out of the sustainability conversation -How sustainability professionals can "conduct the orchestra" without being experts in logistics -The KPIs and conversations that matter most -The One Green Ask campaign—turning learning into action -Internal vs. external collaboration: what moves the needle Want to accelerate your freight decarbonization journey? Explore our courses and other educational resources here https://bit.ly/Academy-sustainable-logistics Learn more about SFC: https://smartfreightcentre.org/en/  Follow us on social media: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/smart-freight-centre/  Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/smartfreightcentre.bsky.social  Buzzsprout  https://smartfreightconversations.buzzsprout.com

    28 min
  5. Episode 13 | The Leadership Series: Why Independent Verification Is Critical for Decarbonization

    NOV 3

    Episode 13 | The Leadership Series: Why Independent Verification Is Critical for Decarbonization

    In this episode of Smart Freight Conversations: The Leadership Series, we sit down with Nicolas Duchene, CEO of Normec Verifavia, to explore the essential role that verification and assurance play in building trust, enabling investment, and scaling credible decarbonization across the logistics sector.  From auditing transport emissions and validating insets to navigating the challenges of an evolving regulatory landscape, Nicolas breaks down:  Why independent verification is key to climate claims How financial value is tied to trust in GHG data What companies can do to strengthen their emission reduction strategies How Smart Freight Centre is building standards that everyone can align around

    11 min
  6. Episode 12: Part 3 | Climate Logistics: Beyond Mitigation: Resilience and Adaptation with Professor Alan McKinnon

    OCT 31

    Episode 12: Part 3 | Climate Logistics: Beyond Mitigation: Resilience and Adaptation with Professor Alan McKinnon

    In the final episode of our 3-part Climate Logistics series, Professor Emeritus at Kühne Logistics University, Alan McKinnon returns to explore how decarbonization and resilience intersect in the logistics sector — and why supply chains must adapt without losing momentum on emissions reduction. Hosted by Andy Golding (Head of Academy, Smart Freight Centre), this episode covers: -How many decarbonization strategies also boost resilience -The real-world trade-offs between local sourcing and low-carbon modes -Why relaxing "just-in-time" can cut emissions and reduce risk -The growing role of collaboration and data sharing in climate action -A call to action: stay the course and amplify your impact 🎧 Listen now and catch up on Parts 1 & 2: Part 1: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2522769/episodes/17977432 Part 2: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2522769/episodes/18047716 To understand more about the topic, explore our course offerings and free educational media resources: https://bit.ly/coursecatalog Learn more about SFC: https://smartfreightcentre.org/en/ and SFC Academy https://academy.smartfreightcentre.org/ Follow us on social media: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/smart-freight-centre/  Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/smartfreightcentre.bsky.social  Buzzsprout  https://smartfreightconversations.buzzsprout.com

    20 min
  7. Episode 12: Part 2 | Climate Logistics: Decarbonization and the Five Levers with Professor Alan McKinnon

    OCT 21

    Episode 12: Part 2 | Climate Logistics: Decarbonization and the Five Levers with Professor Alan McKinnon

    In part two of our Climate Logistics series, we’re joined once again by Professor Emeritus Alan McKinnon, Kuhne Logistics University — one of the world’s leading authorities on logistics and transport decarbonization. Together with host Andy Golding, Head of the Smart Freight Centre Academy, we explore the five key levers companies can use to reduce emissions in freight and logistics: 1. Manage total demand for freight transport 2. Shift freight to lower carbon transport modes 3. Improve the utilization of freight transport capacity 4. Increase the energy efficiency of logistics operations 5. Transition to low-carbon energy in the logistics sector We discuss why focusing only on alternative fuels isn't enough — and how companies can take immediate, cost-effective action using the other four levers. This episode dives deep into the opportunities and barriers to decarbonizing freight and why collaboration, efficiency, and policy are essential for meaningful climate action. 📌 Stay tuned for the final episode in this series, where we go beyond mitigation and explore resilience and adaptation in logistics. Missed Part 1? Start the series from the beginning to understand the full concept of Climate Logistics and the eight key roles logistics plays in the climate crisis. To understand more about the topic, explore our course offerings and free educational media resources: https://bit.ly/coursecatalog Learn more about SFC: https://smartfreightcentre.org/en/ and SFC Academy https://academy.smartfreightcentre.org/

    18 min
  8. Episode 12: Part 1 | Climate Logistics: Beyond Decarbonization – Setting the Stage with Professor Alan McKinnon

    OCT 8

    Episode 12: Part 1 | Climate Logistics: Beyond Decarbonization – Setting the Stage with Professor Alan McKinnon

    In this first episode in our 3-part series exploring the broader role of logistics in the climate crisis, Andy Golding, Head of Smart Freight Centre Academy, and Professor Alan McKinnon introduce the concept of Climate Logistics—a powerful new framework identifying eight critical roles logistics plays in the climate system. 📌 This episode lays the groundwork for parts 2 and 3, where we’ll dive into decarbonization levers and system transformation. To understand more about the topic, explore our course offerings and free educational media resources: https://bit.ly/coursecatalog Visit Smart Freight Centre www.smartfreightcentre.org  Learn More at SFC Academy academy.smartfreightcentre.org

    17 min
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Welcome to the Smart Freight Conversations!  Our mission is to create world-class educational content and learning experiences for people at all levels of business, providing them access to practical, informative, and actionable learning to enhance their decarbonization efforts. Our podcast covers a wide range of topics related to that, and each episode features in-depth discussions with subject matter experts who share their insights and practical tips to help you decarbonize your logistics and freight operations.  For more information, visit: https://www.smartfreightcentre.org/en/ https://academy.smartfreightcentre.org/

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