Emissions data submission
When uploading shipment data for emissions calculations in nShift Portal, accurate and comprehensive information is crucial. The data you provide enables the calculation of your shipment's carbon footprint and environmental impact. Customers must provide detailed consignment information to support accurate emissions calculations. While the specific requirements may vary, and nShift Portal may put additional requirements on the data upload, the needs for emissions calculations through Emissions Tracker typically requires the following key data points:
- Consignment ID
- From Country
- From Postal Code
- To Country
- To Postal Code
- Shipment Weight
Shipment origin and destination details
The origin information is critical for calculating transportation emissions. You will need to specify the complete origin location, including the country and postal code. This helps determine the starting point of the shipment's carbon journey. Equally important are the destination details. The country and postal code of the final delivery point is necessary to calculate the total transportation distance and associated emissions.
Shipment gross weight
The total weight of the shipment plays a significant role in emissions calculations. Weight directly impacts fuel consumption and carbon output, making it a fundamental piece of information for accurate environmental assessment.
Consignment identification
A unique consignment ID helps track and differentiate individual shipments.