How can data drive carbon reduction in the supply chain?
Over the past few decades, concerns on the increased carbon emissions
and their negative impact on the environment have grown. In response,
the European Green Deal
[https://commission.europa.eu/strategy-and-policy/priorities-2019-2024/european-green-deal_en]
aims to make Europe climate-neutral by 2050 and thus continue the
protection of the environment. Climate-neutrality means reducing
greenhouse gas emissions, including carbon dioxide, to as low as
possible and compensating for any remaining emissions. This balance is
called net-zero emission. Net-zero goes beyond the removal of carbon
emissions, and instead refers to all greenhouse gases. Thus, on the
path towards climate-neutrality. 

To become climate-neutral, it is essential that businesses reduce
their carbon emissions and not only meet the expectations from
stakeholders, but also comply with sustainability regulations. Carbon
emissions are also present throughout the supply chain. Open data and
analytics can play a critical role in reducing emissions for example
by using artificial intelligence for optimization, enhance supply
chain transparency, or form a strategy supported by user carbon
profiling. 

The usage of AI shows great potential to reduce carbon emissions,
presenting more accurate predictions and improving processes
throughout the supply chain. AI can also support renewable energy
production. On the other hand, it's important to note that AI itself
emits carbon due to the energy and hardware it requires. Therefore,
while AI can be part of the solution towards net-zero emission, its
carbon footprint must be taken into account. 

Open data can also improve carbon emission transparency in the supply
chain.By providing insights into the carbon emissions of different
suppliers, open data can help businesses make more informed decisions
and identify the most environmentally friendly suppliers. This
information is essential to calculate the carbon footprint of a
product and create its carbon profile. Ultimately, carbon profiling
and the use of open data and analytics can support businesses develop
more accurate carbon reduction strategies.

Overall, open data and analytics can help businesses understand the
environmental impact of their supply chain and make more informed
decisions. By leveraging the power of data and analytics, businesses
can work toward a greener future and contribute to a more sustainable
planet.Hereby, data.europa.eu [https://data.europa.eu/en] is a
valuable resource for businesses and individuals looking to access
 datasets regarding carbon emission
[https://data.europa.eu/data/datasets?locale=en&minScoring=0&query=carbon%20emission&page=1].

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Publication Date/Time
2023-02-24T10:00:00+00:00
Open data is part of the solution towards reducing carbon emissions
and helping the business move towards a greener future.