Opening the new Panama Canal may not bring gains many shippers expect, says Patrick Burnson quoting several professors. Issues include longer journeys and possibly greater emissions.
Panama Canal: Shippers may have to curb their enthusiasm – Article from Logistics Management.
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Enough said!
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The Obama administration jawbones some large companies to commit large capital to re3duce carbon emissions. It’s a good move for everyone, and perhaps will create a reputation effect to shame others into following suit. It’s certainly important to address carbon emissions somehow, and to get private industry involved. It turns out also to increase profits!
13 Top U.S. Companies Pledge $140 Billion to Slash Carbon Emissions – Supply Chain 24/7.
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The madness of drinking bottled water shippedhalfway round the world | Guardian Sustainable Business | The Guardian
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