Sep 18, 2020|
JD’s Photovoltaic Power Generation System to Reduce Carbon Emissions
by Yuchuan Wang
JD.com announced that its logistics parks will generate 160 million kilowatt-hour (kWh) of electricity annually by 2021, reducing annual carbon dioxide emissions by 136,000 tons— equivalent to saving 52,000 tons of coal. This clean energy will be generated through photovoltaic power generation systems in JD’s more than 10 Asia No.1 logistics parks across China.
Earlier this year the Global Footprint Network announced that humanity is currently consuming planet resources 1.75 times faster than the earth can regenerate; and that figure will increase to 3 by year 2030. Additionally, the UN Environment Programme-led Inclusive Wealth Index reported that between 1992 and 2014, 140 countries lost natural capital, which is defined as the world’s stocks of natural assets, as GDP and human capital increased.
In recognition of this urgency, JD launched the “Green Stream Initiative” in 2017, a joint green supply chain campaign with the goal of improving the utilization rate of supply chain resources and reducing carbon emissions.
Under this initiative, JD began to utilize photovoltaic power generation systems in its logistics parks in 2018. For reference, the Shanghai Asia No. 1 logistics park’s power system features 8,600 monocrystalline silicon solar modules that can generate 2.3 million kWh electricity annually. This clean energy is being used for 60 production scenarios covering a 100,000 square meter area including warehouse lighting, new energy vehicle charging, automated picking, sorting and packaging.
During the 618 Grand Promotion this year, JD Logistics also introduced 78 “dark warehouses”, in which highly automated smart logistics facilities work in the dark—saving 1,572,480 kWh electricity in total.
Another way in which the company is cutting down on waste is by applying algorithms to recommend packaging materials. To put it simply, when warehouse employees choose packaging materials by hand they are inevitably prone to human error, occasionally using mis-sized packaging that results in unnecessary waste. The algorithm powers a fully automated packaging system that ensures a more precise use of packaging materials.
In 2019, JD Logistics, as China’s first logistics company, joined the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), an ambitious global campaign aimed at driving corporate action on climate change.
Oct 30, 2024|
Ochama Expands in Europe, Launches New Warehouse in Poland to Boost Efficiency
Ochama, the European omni-channel retail brand of JD.com, Inc. (also known as JINGDONG), has announced the launch of a new automated warehouse in Poland, aimed at boosting operational efficiency and enhancing customer experience throughout the region.
The new warehouse is strategically located near the Polish-German border, spanning 27,000 square meters. Utilizing a flexible goods-to-person system, it improves picking efficiency to three times that of a traditional approach. The facility enables ochama to achieve 48-hour fulfillment across Poland, with some orders eligible for same-day delivery, while also raising the 48-hour fulfillment rate in Germany to 80%. Additionally, the warehouse utilizes a rooftop photovoltaic power system and new energy forklifts, underscoring ochama’s commitment to sustainability.
This expansion positions ochama to meet the evolving needs of its growing European customer base. Ochama’s orders in Poland and Germany have surged by 284% year-over-year from January to October this year. The new warehouse, alongside ochama’s five other warehouses in the Netherlands and France, will serve customers across 24 European countries. Through a regional distribution strategy, ochama deploys products closer to customers, reducing delivery times and enhancing service efficiency.
Ochama now offers home delivery in 24 European countries, with more than 900 pick-up points across the Netherlands, Germany, Belgium, and France, along with over 1,000 pick-up lockers in the Netherlands and Belgium. Through continuous innovation, infrastructure enhancements, and advanced fulfillment capabilities, ochama remains dedicated to providing European customers with an efficient, reliable shopping experience.
About ochama
Ochama is an innovative B2C omni-channel retailer that uses state-of-the-art retail and supply chain solutions to offer a comprehensive, full-category assortment of both top-rated and budget-friendly products at the best prices. A subsidiary of JD.com, Inc., China’s largest retailer by revenue, ochama leverages advanced supply chain technologies and automated warehouses to redefine the shopping landscape. Our slogan, “Shopping made simple,” perfectly captures our mission. We are dedicated to fulfilling all our customers’ needs and providing a shopping experience that is not only easy and convenient but also enjoyable and fun.
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Sep 25, 2024|
JD Logistics Awarded the World’s First ISO14068 Carbon Neutrality Certificate for On-demand Delivery Service
JD Logistics (also known as Jingdong Logistics) recently announced that it has been awarded the world’s first ISO14068 carbon neutrality certificate for on-demand delivery service by Bureau Veritas, a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification. The certificate comes as a result of JD Logistics’ ongoing commitment to sustainability in supply chain and logistics operations.
JD Logistics has been providing on-demand delivery services for a global technology company since 2022 and has become the brand’s first logistics service provider in China to provide in-dependent, full-lifecycle carbon neutral services at the order-level. Through this partnership, JD Logistics track supply chain carbon footprints and implements precise carbon reduction technologies based on data analysis. JD Logistics has pledged to achieve net zero emissions by 2050 for the project, while assisting its partners in reaching “Carbon Emission Decoupling” goals for on-demand retail services.
ISO 14068 provides principles, requirements, and guidance for achieving and demonstrating carbon neutrality. According to the International Organization for Standardization, this standard focuses on quantifying, reducing, and offsetting carbon emissions, with an emphasis on reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions within the value chain before relying on offsets. It ensures that carbon neutrality efforts are scientifically valid, transparent, and contribute to sustainable development., and communicated transparently.
In 2023, JD Logistics launched its in-house developed Supply Chain Emission Management Platform (SCEMP), which is verified to track over 140 types of carbon emission factors specific to road transportation in China. SCEMP accurately calculates carbon emissions based on real-time transportation routes, providing unmatched precision. To date, SCEMP has supported over 25 leading enterprises across industries such as electronics, apparel, beauty, auto, food, and chemicals, calculating over six million orders and helping partners to reduce over 300 tons of carbon dioxide.
SCEMP also plays a vital role in JD.com’s retail and ecommerce business. The company’s “Green Impact Initiative” leverages SCEMP to offer a mechanism that can monitor, report, verify, and create value for customers. For instance, Apple and Logitech have participated in this initiative to offer customers “carbon reduce privilege” products. When customers purchase these labeled items on JD’s app, they can earn rewards such as coupons and merchandise.
Through its innovative solutions and commitment to sustainability, JD Logistics continues to lead the way in reducing carbon emissions across the logistics industry. The company’s dedication to carbon neutrality not only supports its own environmental goals but also empowers its partners to contribute to a more sustainable future.
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