These strategic moves, in conjunction with the 'Make in India' campaign, have catalyzed the growth of third-party logistics (3PL) providers, supply chain optimization, and the burgeoning e-commerce sector, propelling the logistics industry forward.
However, this expansion has brought sustainability challenges to the forefront. Traditional warehousing operations are energy-intensive, with significant energy consumption for lighting, heating, cooling, and machinery. In response, industry leaders are now prioritizing sustainability, incorporating green design, energy efficiency, water conservation, waste management, and transportation optimization into their operational frameworks.
The execution of these sustainability principles is crucial. For instance, optimizing the window-to-wall ratio enhances natural lighting and ventilation, while proper insulation reduces heat loss. Both these measures reduce the load on lighting and HVAC systems. Similarly, warehouse designs that incorporate solar installation as well as energy-efficient lighting…