As India’s logistics sector continues to expand — and is projected to nearly double to $428 billion by 2033 — it stands at a critical juncture. The sector is not only the backbone of trade and commerce but also a significant contributor to environmental degradation. Logistics currently accounts for nearly 10 per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions, while in India the sector accounts for almost 40 per cent of the country’s diesel consumption. Against this backdrop, the transition to green and sustainable logistics is no longer a choice — it is an imperative, says a report on green logistics by Amicus Growth Advisors.

The logistics sector, which contributes significantly to India’s GDP, is simultaneously one of its largest carbon emitters. Accounting for 13.5 per cent of greenhouse gas emissions, with the biggest chunk coming from the road transport sector, the sector’s environmental impact is substantial. Trucks, despite constituting a mere 3 per cent of the country’s vehicular population, are responsible for over a third of the carbon dioxide emissions in the transportation sector, making a clear and compelling case for a strategic overhaul, the report said.

Green logistics goes beyond adoption of electric vehicles or the reduction of carbon dioxide emissions. It entails a fundamental shift in how logistics operations are conceptualised, managed, and executed. This transformation demands not only newer fuels and technologies but also a cultural realignment within organisations to embed sustainability at the heart of strategic decision-making, the report said.

Sanjeev Jain, Managing Partner, Amicus Growth Advisors, says green logistics is about more than just electric vehicles and solar warehouses. It is about smarter operations, circular practices, and a commitment to sustainable growth.

Some of the actionable insights suggested by Amicus for industry and customers include adopting EVs and LNG trucks for short and long hauls; shifting from road to rail using dedicated freight corridors; optimising loads and routes using AI-based planning tools; and building green warehouses with solar energy, efficient lighting, and water reuse systems.

Transforming the logistics sector calls for more than just operational efficiency — it is about reimagining how businesses move goods, connect markets, and contribute to a larger vision of national development and environmental responsibility. As India accelerates its journey toward Net Zero and the broader aspirations of Viksit Bharat 2047, Amicus sees logistics as a critical enabler of inclusive and sustainable growth.

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Published on June 15, 2025