GITNUXREPORT 2025

Sustainability In The Supply Chain Industry Statistics

Most companies prioritize sustainability; market value, costs, and consumer demand increase.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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70% of consumers are willing to pay more for sustainable products

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52% of consumers consider environmental impact when making purchase decisions

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78% of supply chain executives believe sustainability will improve brand loyalty

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Nearly 60% of supply chain participants report improved stakeholder engagement through sustainability initiatives

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Only 25% of supply chain organizations have fully integrated sustainability into their core business strategy

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The average sustainability reporting frequency for supply chain companies is bi-annual

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The number of companies reporting sustainability metrics has increased by 45% over the last four years

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50% of logistics companies are investing in green fleet vehicles

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The global sustainable supply chain market is expected to reach $2.9 trillion by 2028

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33% of supply chain companies have set net-zero emissions targets for 2030

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The circular economy model is being adopted by 47% of supply chain companies to improve sustainability

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38% of companies report using renewable energy sources in their supply chain operations

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55% of companies are using life cycle assessments to evaluate environmental impacts

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42% of supply chain managers consider sustainability into supplier selection processes

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The use of eco-friendly packaging in supply chains has increased by 40% over the last five years

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The adoption rate of electric delivery vehicles in supply chains has increased by 25% annually for the past three years

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62% of logistics firms report that eco-efficient routing reduces fuel costs

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41% of suppliers in global supply chains are now required to meet sustainability standards

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The global green supply chain market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 12.1% through 2027

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60% of organizations report that sustainability criteria influence their vendor selection process

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52% of supply chain companies have reduced water usage through sustainability initiatives

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79% of supply chain companies are exploring renewable energy options to power their logistics operations

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46% of supply chains are implementing sustainable packaging solutions

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75% of supply chain leaders believe that investing in sustainability will be a competitive advantage

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65% of companies have integrated sustainability into their supply chain strategies

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Supply chain emissions account for approximately 11.9% of global greenhouse gases

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81% of supply chain professionals consider sustainability a top priority

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45% of companies have achieved measurable sustainability benefits within their supply chains

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84% of organizations report that sustainability initiatives have improved their supply chain resilience

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Energy consumption in supply chains accounts for nearly 60% of total logistics costs

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Over 60% of companies have implemented supply chain waste reduction programs

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60% of companies are tracking sustainable procurement metrics

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The resource efficiency of supply chains has improved by 20% since 2019

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Renewable energy sources power 35% of production facilities in sustainable supply chains

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58% of companies report reductions in greenhouse gas emissions due to supply chain changes

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64% of organizations have sustainability targets specific to their supply chains

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70% of companies are considering supply chain sustainability risks in their enterprise risk management

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80% of global companies report barriers to supply chain sustainability implementation

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The potential for cost savings through sustainability initiatives in supply chains is estimated at over $1 trillion annually worldwide

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68% of supply chain organizations are actively seeking circular economy solutions

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73% of supply chain managers believe that transparency improves sustainability performance

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59% of companies are developing supplier sustainability scorecards

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Over 55% of supply chains have set measurable targets for reducing carbon footprint

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47% of companies are investing in renewable energy certificates (RECs) to offset supply chain emissions

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30% of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in supply chains are interested in sustainability certification programs

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87% of organizations report that sustainability enhances operational efficiency in supply chains

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53% of companies have incorporated sustainability clauses into supplier contracts

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The adoption of blockchain in supply chains for sustainability tracking has increased by 60% in the last three years

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49% of supply chain companies are investing in digital tools to monitor sustainability performance

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40% of logistics companies utilize IoT sensors to monitor environmental conditions

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Investment in supply chain sustainability technology increased by 50% in 2022

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Key Highlights

65% of companies have integrated sustainability into their supply chain strategies
Supply chain emissions account for approximately 11.9% of global greenhouse gases
70% of consumers are willing to pay more for sustainable products
50% of logistics companies are investing in green fleet vehicles
81% of supply chain professionals consider sustainability a top priority
45% of companies have achieved measurable sustainability benefits within their supply chains
The adoption of blockchain in supply chains for sustainability tracking has increased by 60% in the last three years
84% of organizations report that sustainability initiatives have improved their supply chain resilience
The global sustainable supply chain market is expected to reach $2.9 trillion by 2028
33% of supply chain companies have set net-zero emissions targets for 2030
The circular economy model is being adopted by 47% of supply chain companies to improve sustainability
Energy consumption in supply chains accounts for nearly 60% of total logistics costs
38% of companies report using renewable energy sources in their supply chain operations

Sustainability in the supply chain industry is no longer optional—it’s a profitable necessity, with 65% of companies integrating eco-friendly strategies and the market expected to soar to $2.9 trillion by 2028.

Consumer Attitudes and Market Trends

70% of consumers are willing to pay more for sustainable products
52% of consumers consider environmental impact when making purchase decisions
78% of supply chain executives believe sustainability will improve brand loyalty
Nearly 60% of supply chain participants report improved stakeholder engagement through sustainability initiatives

Consumer Attitudes and Market Trends Interpretation

These statistics reveal that as consumers increasingly prioritize sustainability, supply chain leaders recognize that integrating eco-friendly practices not only bolsters brand loyalty and stakeholder trust but also transforms corporate responsibility into a profitable competitive advantage.

Corporate Goals, Strategies, and Reporting

Only 25% of supply chain organizations have fully integrated sustainability into their core business strategy
The average sustainability reporting frequency for supply chain companies is bi-annual
The number of companies reporting sustainability metrics has increased by 45% over the last four years

Corporate Goals, Strategies, and Reporting Interpretation

While only a quarter of supply chain firms have woven sustainability into their DNA, the 45% surge in reporting over four years suggests a growing recognition—albeit bifurcated—of its importance amidst a landscape where half the industry checks in semi-annually.

Environmental Sustainability and Eco-Innovation

50% of logistics companies are investing in green fleet vehicles
The global sustainable supply chain market is expected to reach $2.9 trillion by 2028
33% of supply chain companies have set net-zero emissions targets for 2030
The circular economy model is being adopted by 47% of supply chain companies to improve sustainability
38% of companies report using renewable energy sources in their supply chain operations
55% of companies are using life cycle assessments to evaluate environmental impacts
42% of supply chain managers consider sustainability into supplier selection processes
The use of eco-friendly packaging in supply chains has increased by 40% over the last five years
The adoption rate of electric delivery vehicles in supply chains has increased by 25% annually for the past three years
62% of logistics firms report that eco-efficient routing reduces fuel costs
41% of suppliers in global supply chains are now required to meet sustainability standards
The global green supply chain market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 12.1% through 2027
60% of organizations report that sustainability criteria influence their vendor selection process
52% of supply chain companies have reduced water usage through sustainability initiatives
79% of supply chain companies are exploring renewable energy options to power their logistics operations
46% of supply chains are implementing sustainable packaging solutions
75% of supply chain leaders believe that investing in sustainability will be a competitive advantage

Environmental Sustainability and Eco-Innovation Interpretation

As the green wave sweeps through the supply chain industry—fuelled by a rising global market, ambitious net-zero goals, and innovative practices like renewable energy adoption and eco-friendly packaging—it's clear that sustainability isn't just a moral imperative but also a strategic advantage, with over 75% of leaders viewing it as key to staying competitive in a decarbonizing world.

Supply Chain Emissions and Resource Efficiency

65% of companies have integrated sustainability into their supply chain strategies
Supply chain emissions account for approximately 11.9% of global greenhouse gases
81% of supply chain professionals consider sustainability a top priority
45% of companies have achieved measurable sustainability benefits within their supply chains
84% of organizations report that sustainability initiatives have improved their supply chain resilience
Energy consumption in supply chains accounts for nearly 60% of total logistics costs
Over 60% of companies have implemented supply chain waste reduction programs
60% of companies are tracking sustainable procurement metrics
The resource efficiency of supply chains has improved by 20% since 2019
Renewable energy sources power 35% of production facilities in sustainable supply chains
58% of companies report reductions in greenhouse gas emissions due to supply chain changes
64% of organizations have sustainability targets specific to their supply chains
70% of companies are considering supply chain sustainability risks in their enterprise risk management
80% of global companies report barriers to supply chain sustainability implementation
The potential for cost savings through sustainability initiatives in supply chains is estimated at over $1 trillion annually worldwide
68% of supply chain organizations are actively seeking circular economy solutions
73% of supply chain managers believe that transparency improves sustainability performance
59% of companies are developing supplier sustainability scorecards
Over 55% of supply chains have set measurable targets for reducing carbon footprint
47% of companies are investing in renewable energy certificates (RECs) to offset supply chain emissions
30% of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in supply chains are interested in sustainability certification programs
87% of organizations report that sustainability enhances operational efficiency in supply chains
53% of companies have incorporated sustainability clauses into supplier contracts

Supply Chain Emissions and Resource Efficiency Interpretation

With over 65% of companies embedding sustainability into their supply chains—driving a 20% efficiency boost and transforming emissions accounting for nearly 12% of global greenhouse gases—it's clear that today’s supply chain strategy isn't just about delivery, but about delivering a sustainable future, despite persistent barriers and the enormous potential savings of over a trillion dollars annually.

Technologies and Digital Tools in Supply Chains

The adoption of blockchain in supply chains for sustainability tracking has increased by 60% in the last three years
49% of supply chain companies are investing in digital tools to monitor sustainability performance
40% of logistics companies utilize IoT sensors to monitor environmental conditions
Investment in supply chain sustainability technology increased by 50% in 2022

Technologies and Digital Tools in Supply Chains Interpretation

As blockchain, IoT, and digital tools intertwine to propel supply chains toward greener horizons, these statistics reveal that sustainability isn’t just a trend but a significant and accelerating shift, steering industry practices into a more accountable and environmentally conscious era.