Last update: 28.07.2025

In this blog:

  1. Sustainable delivery strategies for 2025
  2. Use emissions tracking software for real data on current emissions
  3. Offer low and zero-emissions deliveries to help shoppers reduce their carbon footprints
  4. Provide evidence of real change through continuous emissions tracking
  5. Further reading: Sustainable deliveries FAQs

 

Consumers are increasingly eco conscious. Our 2025 predictions guide found that “almost two-thirds of consumers report making changes to their lifestyle to reduce impact on the environment.”

Sustainable delivery strategies for 2025

And this desire to reduce the carbon footprint extends to looking for lower-emissions delivery options. Our recent LinkedIn poll revealed that 84% of respondents expect to see greater demand for low-emissions deliveries in 2025.

Here are three ways that retailers, brands and warehouses can help shoppers reduce their carbon footprint with continuous emissions monitoring.

Use emissions tracking software for real data on current emissions

Before introducing strategies for more sustainable deliveries, brands and retailers need a sense of the current state of play. Our Emissions Tracker solution enables warehouses to track and record the carbon footprint of each delivery. With real information about current emissions levels, businesses can craft strategies for more sustainable delivery.

Offer low and zero-emissions deliveries to help shoppers reduce their carbon footprints

Some 66% of consumers are prepared to pay more for products from companies that commit to making a positive social and environmental impact. Many will search for sustainable delivery options at checkout. Our network of over 1000 carriers makes it easier for businesses to provide a range of lower-emissions options. Our Checkout feature enables retailers to seamlessly display such options at their web shop.

Provide evidence of real change through continuous emissions tracking

Our emissions-tracking software gives businesses evidence that their carbon footprint reduction strategies are working. By presenting this evidence to shoppers, the brand is showing that it shares its customers’ values. Messages around deliveries and returns are far more likely to be read by people than other communications from brands and retailers. So that makes such communications the perfect place to weave in messages about the journey toward sustainable shopping.

Throughout 2025, shoppers will continue to seek out sustainable shopping experiences. They want to do business with brands and retailers that help the customer reduce their carbon footprint. By using emissions tracking software to measure progress, brands, retailers and warehouses can show customers that they share their environmentally-friendly values.

Read our report for more information on the trends that will shape ecommerce and online retail over the next year: “The next “retail revolution” – how ecom and logistics must work together to embrace monumental change in 2025”.

Want to dive deeper? You can also read more from our team on the blog: nShift's blog

Also, don't miss our bonus mid-year report that shows what’s hot, what’s not, and what to do next: “2025 Retail & Logistics trends: half-year check-in - A reality check for European retail & logistics”.

 

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Further reading: Sustainable deliveries FAQs

What delivery trends are shaping sustainability in e‑commerce for 2025?

By 2025, nearly two-thirds of consumers anticipate lower‑emissions delivery options and expect brands to help reduce their carbon footprint through strategic delivery choices.

Why is tracking emissions per shipment important?

Tracking shipment-level emissions gives retailers actionable data to pinpoint reduction opportunities, comply with EU CSRD regulations, and transparently report progress to customers.

How can retailers offer low‑ or zero‑emissions delivery options?

With a carrier network of over 1,000—including eco-certified options like electric bike deliveries—retailers can display and badge sustainable shipping choices at checkout.

How does nShift Emissions Tracker support sustainability strategy?

Emissions Tracker compiles transportation emissions data in real time, simplifying compliance with CSRD, supporting ISO‑ and GLEC‑level standards, and empowering retailers to reduce last‑mile impact.

Why do eco-conscious delivery options boost customer loyalty?

Most consumers prefer brands with clear environmental credentials, and retailers offering transparent, sustainable delivery choices win higher trust and conversion rates.

What actionable steps can retailers take toward greener deliveries?

Start by measuring current emissions, set reduction targets, offer eco delivery options, track results over time, and proactively communicate progress to customers.

Which sustainability carrier solutions does nShift offer?

nShift integrates with zero-emission carriers like Fin (e‑cargo bikes and electric vans) and ecolabel-certified carriers like PostNord Sweden, enabling true low-carbon delivery options.

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Author

Fredrik Lindhagen

Product Manager

Fredrik has 12+ years of experience within the shipping industry. At nShift his responsibility is in developing our Transport Management Solution as well as evolving the Emissions Dashboard allowing customers to keep track of and reduce their CO2 emissions.
Fredrik Lindhagen

About the author

Fredrik Lindhagen

Product Manager, nShift

Fredrik has 15+ years of experience within the shipping industry. At nShift his responsibility is in developing our Transport Management Solution as well as evolving the Emissions Dashboard allowing customers to keep track of and reduce their CO2 emissions.

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