New study provides reliable primary data on emissions from intermodal terminals

In corporate sustainability reporting, companies often rely on standardized emission intensity values when primary data is not available. These values are frequently integrated into greenhouse gas calculation tools such as EcoTransIT World to ensure consistency and comparability.

At EcoTransIT World, we now decided to take the next step to provide more accurate, real-world data: together with Fraunhofer IML and Team SGKV, we commissioned a scientific study on the greenhouse gas emissions of intermodal terminals.

As part of the study, data on resource consumption from operators of well-known international terminals were collected. Based on these primary data, both individual and average parameters for resource consumption and greenhouse gas emissions of the participating terminals were determined. From these, average key performance indicators (KPIs) were derived, which are now integrated as standard values in EcoTransIT World.

These enhanced parameters will also serve as foundation for the GLEC Framework values, supporting globally harmonized and transparent emission reporting across the logistics sector.

With this investment, EcoTransIT World aims to improve data quality, transparency, and the share of primary data – particularly as transshipments are an essential part of freight transport emissions accounting.

Good to know:
Terminal operators can continue using the Reff tool, which allows them to calculate CO₂ values free of charge and further strengthen the database used for the study. Please use this link.