TEMT: India’s 1st ISO 14083:2023 Certified Tool 

The TCI-IIMB Supply Chain Sustainability Lab at IIM Bangalore has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first organization in India to earn ISO 14083 certification. This certification recognizes the Lab's innovative Transportation Emissions Measurement Tool (TEMT), a platform designed to measure and manage greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in freight transportation.

Adding to this achievement, the ISO 14083-certified emissions API has been integrated into the Unified Logistics Interface Platform (ULIP), a step forward in promoting sustainable logistics practices in India. This collaboration opens up opportunities for businesses—particularly Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs)—to optimize their operations while meeting global sustainability standards.

What Makes ISO 14083 Significant?

ISO 14083 provides a standardized framework for calculating GHG emissions from transportation operations, covering road, rail, air, and maritime transport. With freight transportation contributing to nearly 40% of India’s CO₂ emissions within the transport sector, this certification ensures accuracy in emission measurement, a crucial step toward reducing environmental impact.

The TEMT platform, backed by ISO 14083, equips businesses to measure their carbon footprint, compare emissions across transportation modes, and adopt data-driven strategies to reduce emissions.

ULIP Integration: Streamlining Sustainability

The integration of TEMT’s emissions API with ULIP, spearheaded by NICDC Logistics Data Services Ltd (NLDSL), brings sustainability to the forefront of logistics operations. ULIP now enables businesses to calculate emissions seamlessly and develop strategies like modal shifts to reduce their carbon footprint.

This digital transformation encourages transparency and accountability in logistics, aligning with India’s Net Zero targets and paving the way for a low-carbon logistics ecosystem.

A Boost for MSMEs

Indian businesses, especially MSMEs, which account for a significant share of exports, often face challenges in meeting international environmental standards. TEMT and its integration with ULIP help address these gaps by offering:

• Accurate emissions tracking: Simplifies compliance with environmental norms.
• Decision-making insights: Enables selection of greener, cost-effective transportation options.
• Enhanced reputation: Positions businesses as sustainability-focused, making them globally competitive.

TEMT based analytics, not only reduce operational inefficiencies but also create new opportunities for MSMEs in environmentally conscious markets.

FAQs

1. What is ISO 14083, and how does it help businesses?
   ISO 14083 is a global standard for measuring GHG emissions in transport operations. It helps businesses quantify and manage their emissions, making them more sustainable.
2. What is the role of TEMT in reducing emissions?
   TEMT provides tools to measure, compare, and analyze emissions, enabling businesses to make informed decisions about sustainable logistics practices.
3. How does ULIP integration benefit businesses?
   By integrating TEMT’s API, ULIP simplifies emissions calculations and offers data insights to help businesses adopt sustainable logistics strategies.
4. Why is this important for MSMEs?
   MSMEs can leverage these tools to meet international sustainability standards, reduce costs, and enhance their global competitiveness.

References

• ISO 14083 Standard Details
• ULIP and Logistics Digitalization
• India’s GHG Emissions Trends

Join the Green Logistics Revolution

The TCI-IIMB Supply Chain Sustainability Lab invites businesses to explore the ISO 14083-certified TEMT and ULIP integration. TEMT based analytics offer the insights needed to take meaningful steps toward sustainability and a competitive edge in the evolving global trade landscape.

About TCI-IIMB Supply Chain Sustainability Lab

The TCI-IIMB Lab is a pioneering research facility focusing on decarbonizing transportation, circular economy, and sustainable procurement. With consulting and certification services, the lab is a beacon for sustainable supply chain practices in India.