Carbon credits in the last mile distribution sector
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Authors
Cogan, Davinia
Morton, Alice
Issue Date
2026-04-27
Type
Technical Report
Language
en
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Abstract
What key factors and considerations should last mile distributors weigh up before deciding if carbon finance is a viable funding source for their companies? This report provides an overview of carbon credits, carbon markets, and carbon projects while exploring the opportunities, challenges, and role of carbon revenue for last mile distribution businesses; with particular consideration of the process of setting up a carbon project (and the different models available), and the associated set-up costs and financing.
Description
This 2016 report from the Global Distributors Collective (GDC) explores the topic of carbon credits in the last mile distribution sector. This paper is the first of its kind, providing insights on the carbon credit opportunity that are tailored to last mile distribution businesses and their supporters. This material has been funded by UK aid from the UK government via the Transforming Energy Access (TEA) platform however, the views expressed do not necessarily reflect the UK government’s official policies.
Citation
Global Distributors Collective (2026), Carbon credits in the last mile distribution sector
Publisher
Practical Action Publishing