New tool integrates with SMC3’s Cost Intelligence System to simplify Scope 3 emissions tracking for carriers and shippers.
SMC3 has introduced a next-generation carbon emissions calculator within its widely used Cost Intelligence System (CIS), aiming to bring standardization and precision to Scope 3 emissions reporting in the less-than-truckload (LTL) sector. The new tool automates CO2 data tracking, helping carriers and shippers meet sustainability targets while simplifying compliance with evolving regulatory demands.
A Step Forward in Emissions Reporting
Designed to replace outdated, aggregate-based emissions estimates, SMC3’s calculator offers a shipment-specific approach to carbon reporting. This ensures that supply chain stakeholders can provide accurate and actionable sustainability data—a growing priority for shippers as emissions transparency gains traction across global markets.
Additionally, the calculator generates report-ready data exports that align with industry disclosure standards, making it easier for LTL carriers to comply with California’s upcoming emissions reporting requirements.
EPA SmartWay Insights Power the Tool
The emissions calculator draws from the EPA’s SmartWay program, a voluntary emissions reduction initiative that has helped eliminate 170 million metric tons of CO2 over the past 20 years. SMC3 collaborated with SmartWay experts to ensure its tool provides accurate and impactful emissions tracking for LTL freight operations.
Why This Matters
Regulatory pressures, investor scrutiny, and customer expectations are making emissions transparency a priority across the supply chain. The ability to track and report shipment-level emissions with precision is fast becoming a competitive advantage, helping carriers and shippers align with sustainability goals while mitigating compliance risks. Tools like SMC3’s emissions calculator could play a critical role in shaping how the industry meets these demands in the years ahead.
