Green Supply Chains and Logistics Integration Course

Introduction

This course equips professionals with the knowledge and tools to design, implement, and manage environmentally sustainable supply chains and integrated logistics systems. It explores cutting-edge technologies, green procurement, circular economy principles, and data-driven strategies that align logistics with environmental goals, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance. The course also emphasizes climate-smart practices, carbon footprint reduction, and the use of digital platforms in supply chain sustainability.

Target Participants:

• Supply Chain Managers and Logistics Professionals
• Procurement and Operations Officers
• Sustainability and ESG Managers
• Manufacturing, Transport & Distribution Supervisors
• Environmental Compliance Officers
• Policy Advisors and Development Planners
• Anyone involved in sustainable business operations

Duration

10 Days

Course Objectives:

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the principles of green supply chain management (GSCM) and sustainable logistics.
2. Apply logistics integration practices that minimize environmental impact.
3. Analyze and adopt digital and low-emission technologies for logistics.
4. Design strategies for reducing carbon footprints in supply chain networks.
5. Monitor, report, and improve sustainability KPIs within supply chains.
6. Explore global trends, regulations, and innovations shaping green logistics.

Course Outline:

Day 1: Foundations of Green Supply Chain Management (GSCM)

• Principles and evolution of sustainable supply chains
• Drivers of GSCM: Regulatory, economic, social
• Supply chain sustainability frameworks and models
• Triple Bottom Line (TBL) and the circular economy

Day 2: Sustainable Procurement and Eco-Design

• Green procurement and supplier selection
• Environmental criteria in tendering and sourcing
• Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) in design and purchasing
• Case studies on eco-friendly product design

Day 3: Logistics Integration and Environmental Optimization

• Integrated logistics and cross-functional collaboration
• Lean and green logistics principles
• Route optimization and fuel-efficient fleet management
• Reverse logistics and waste minimization

Day 4: Digitalization and Smart Technologies

• IoT, AI, and blockchain in sustainable logistics
• Real-time tracking, automation, and predictive analytics
• Smart warehousing and inventory visibility
• Emissions tracking and reporting tools

Day 5: Carbon Management and Environmental Metrics

• Measuring logistics carbon footprints (Scope 1, 2 & 3)
• Carbon accounting standards and tools
• Carbon offsets vs reductions: When and how to apply
• Introduction to ISO 14001 for supply chains

Day 6: Risk, Resilience, and Climate Adaptation

• Climate-related risks in supply chains
• Building resilient, low-carbon logistics networks
• Disaster preparedness and green contingency planning
• Case studies: Resilient vs. brittle supply chains

Day 7: Green Transport and Last-Mile Delivery

• Sustainable urban logistics models
• EVs, alternative fuels, and multimodal transport
• Smart last-mile innovations and customer expectations
• Government policies and green transport incentives

Day 8: ESG Reporting, Compliance, and Standards

• Sustainability and ESG performance indicators
• GRI, SASB, CDP, and other reporting frameworks
• Supplier audits and environmental compliance tools
• Regulatory and voluntary green logistics standards

Day 9: Strategic Planning and Integration

• Embedding green practices in supply chain strategy
• Stakeholder engagement and internal buy-in
• Change management for green transformation
• Aligning sustainability goals with business KPIs

Day 10: Capstone Project and Action Planning

• Team case study presentations on green logistics redesign
• Roadmap development for sustainable logistics transformation
• Tools for continuous improvement and benchmarking
• Final Q&A, feedback, and certification

Training Methodology:

• Interactive instructor-led sessions
• Case studies and real-world simulations
• Group exercises and strategic workshops
• Videos, expert talks, and digital tool demos
• Capstone projects with actionable sustainability plans

Training manuals and additional reference materials are provided to the participants.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: training@upskilldevelopment.com Tel: +254 721 331 808

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Upskill Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Upskill certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: training@upskilldevelopment.com, +254 721 331 808

Terms of Payment

Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 3 working days before commencement of the training so as to enable us to prepare better.