Green logistics in Brazil should move US$ 61 billion by 2030; trends for 2025

Green logistics is a model focused on reducing the environmental impacts of logistics operations.This involves the use of less polluting vehicles, sustainable packaging and optimized routes, seeking to combine efficiency with environmental responsibility.

With the increase of concerns related to the climate and the future of the planet, solutions of this type are expanding globally.In Brazil, a report by Grand View Research points out that this market already worth US$ 41 billion.

In addition, the forecast is for an annual growth of 7.2% by 2030, when total revenues are expected to reach US$ 61 billion.On the world stage, several initiatives have been adopted to promote a greater environmental balance in logistics.

Data reveals scenario of green logistics on the planet

The global green logistics market it is valued at US$ 1.5 trillion, according to Grand View Research, and is expected to reach US$ 2.3 trillion by 2030, as projected.The annual growth rate is forecast to be 8.1% as of 2025.

Among the main factors driving this advance are the pursuit of stricter environmental standards, technological innovations and the increased demand for sustainable practices among consumers and businesses.

In the logistics sector, warehousing is the fastest growing area in sustainable solutions, accounting for 37% of value. In relation to transport, road vehicles represent 40% of revenues.

Among the most prominent initiatives worldwide are the European Union's environmental policies, such as the Green Deal, the United States' energy transition plan and China's commitments to zero carbon emissions.

In Brazil, sustainability in the area was discussed in April as one of the themes of Intermodal, main event of the logistics sector in Latin America.

Examples of initiatives that promote environmental balance

With the support of technology, logistics companies in Brazil and worldwide adopt various practices to promote sustainability in the sector. The main examples are:

• Optimized routes: planning that makes transportation more efficient, reducing fuel consumption and the emission of polluting gases.
  
• Reverse logistics: strategy that reuses materials and ensures the correct disposal of waste at the end of the product cycle.
  
• Sustainable fleets: prioritizing less polluting vehicles and better use of cargo to reduce the number of trips and environmental impact.
  
• Ecological packaging: reduction of packaging use and preference for recyclable or biodegradable materials to reduce waste generation.
  
• Green chain: selection of partners that adopt sustainable practices and use ecological raw materials, strengthening the environmental agenda.

Trends for 2025

Given the current scenario and the agreements planned for the coming years, green logistics should continue to advance, aligned with the global sustainability movement. Among the main trends for 2025, are:

• Alternative fuels and electric vehicles: adoption of clean fuels and electric vehicles to reduce emissions in the logistics chain.
  
• Carbon neutral storage: new storage centers seek to neutralize their emissions through green technologies and environmental offsets.
  
• Optimized routes with artificial intelligence (AI): solutions that improve route planning, saving fuel and reducing environmental impact.
  
• Extended reverse logistics: companies expand the collection and reuse of packaging and products, minimizing waste and encouraging circular economy.
  
• Green supply chain: sustainable integration between suppliers, prioritizing environmentally friendly materials and responsible practices throughout the chain.

These practices contribute to reducing pollution in logistics activities in the long term, promoting more operational efficiency and less impact on the environment.