St. Louis, March 7, 2024 /Range Logistics proudly announces its recent participation in the esteemed SmartWay® Transport Partnership, a groundbreaking initiative by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in collaboration with industry leaders. This partnership aims to evaluate and improve the environmental and energy efficiency standards within goods movement supply chains.
By aligning with the SmartWay Transport Partnership, Range Logistics commits to contributing to substantial savings in environmental resources. These include an estimated 379 million barrels of oil, $52 billion in fuel costs, and significant reductions in emissions such as 162 million metric tons of CO2, 2.8 million short tons of NOx, and 114,000 short tons of PM. Such efforts are tantamount to the annual energy consumption of over 24 million homes, illustrating Range Logistics’ dedication to environmental stewardship and corporate responsibility.
Nathan Chew, President of Range Logistics, emphasized the significance of this step, stating, “With a decade-long presence in the industry, joining SmartWay represents a pivotal and logical progression in our journey as a leading third-party logistics (3PL) provider. It underscores our commitment to environmental consciousness for both current and prospective clients.”
The SmartWay Transport Partnership, conceptualized in early 2003 and officially launched in 2004 through collaborative efforts between the EPA and Charter Partners, brings together a diverse array of stakeholders including industry representatives, environmental organizations, American Trucking Associations, and Business for Social Responsibility. Partners leverage SmartWay’s tools and methodologies to monitor and mitigate emissions and fuel consumption across various modes of goods transportation.
With nearly 4,000 Partners, spanning shippers, logistics companies, and carriers utilizing truck, rail, barge, and multimodal transport, the Partnership stands as a testament to the collective commitment towards sustainable logistics practices.
Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, Range Logistics is renowned for its expertise in third-party logistics and supply chain consulting. Each sales consultant at Range Logistics holds certification as a Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) through APICS International, underscoring the company’s dedication to excellence and innovation in the field. The integration of experience, technology, and rigorous training, branded as RangeWay™, ensures a commendable low claims-to-load ratio while maintaining a high on-time pick-up and delivery performance.
For further details about Range Logistics and its services, please visit www.rangelogistics.com or contact 855-997-2643.
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