Federal Transportation Officer Training Program: Basic (Level 1)

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1 Page 1 of 23 Federal Transportation Officer Training Program: Basic (Level 1) Freight, Cargo, and Household Goods Session 11: Sustainable Transportation Page 1 of 23

2 Page 2 of 23 What You Will Learn In this session, you will learn about sustainable transportation, why agencies are setting goals for achieving sustainable freight, and how using the EPA SmartWay tool can assist agencies improve efficiencies, reduce emissions, and improve the sustainability of their supply chain management and transportation operations. Page 2 of 23

3 Page 3 of 23 Session 11 Outline What Is Sustainability? What Is Sustainable Transportation? Why Are Federal Agencies Setting Goals to Achieve Sustainable Transportation? What Is the EPA SmartWay Program? Glossary of Terms Knowledge Review Where to Go for More Information Page 3 of 23

4 Page 4 of 23 What Is Sustainability? Sustainability is defined in Executive Order 13514, Federal Leadership in Environmental, Energy, and Economic Performance as a means to create and maintain conditions, under which humans and nature can exist in productive harmony, that permit fulfilling the social, economic, and other requirements of present and future generations. Page 4 of 23

5 Page 5 of 23 What Is Sustainable Transportation? A sustainable transportation system* is one that: Allows the basic access needs of individuals and societies to be met safely and in a manner consistent with human and ecosystem health, and with equity within and between generations Is affordable, operates efficiently, offers choice of transport mode, and supports a vibrant economy, and Limits emissions and waste within the planet's ability to absorb them, minimizes consumption of non-renewable resources, limits consumption of renewable resources to the sustainable yield level, reuses and recycles its components, and minimizes the use of land and the production of noise. * European Council of Ministers of Transport (ECMT, 2004). Page 5 of 23

6 Page 6 of 23 Why is there interest in sustainable transportation? There is increasing interest in both the commercial and government sectors to move freight, cargo, or commodities in an efficient, effective and sustainable manner. Recognizing, through planning, analysis, and procurement, that transportation is a component in the supply chain can result in lower transportation costs, improved efficiencies, and decreased environmental impacts, including lower greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Page 6 of 23

7 Page 7 of 23 How is transportation incorporated into a "green" supply chain? Green Design: Analysis of product life cycle Product Recovery: Reusing used product Extraction of Raw Materials/Sourcing: Sustainable purchases Use of less polluting materials Manufacturing: Reducing energy consumption Use of clean technology Reducing production waste Distribution: Combined transport Alternative modes of transport (rail, waterway, ocean ) Reverse logistics Source: 2008 Supply Chain Monitor "How mature is the Green Supply Chain?" Page 7 of 23

8 Page 8 of 23 Why should freight transportation be identified for sustainability efforts? Transportation accounts for over 1/4 of total U.S. GHG emissions and about 2/3 of U.S. petroleum-based fuel use. Freight is the fastest growing source of GHGs. Page 8 of 23

9 Page 9 of 23 How is sustainable transportation achieved? Sustainable transportation is achieved through your agency pursuing enterprise-wide and supply chain management goals to reduce GHG emissions, implementing policies to support this effort, and monitoring progress. Activities that can assist agencies in achieving sustainable transportation include: Employee awareness training Building partnerships with other agencies Participating in the EPA SmartWay program, and Encouraging transportation service providers (TSPs) to achieve sustainable transportation activities. Page 9 of 23

10 Page 10 of 23 Where can I turn to for assistance in my agency? You may be surprised by the effort most federal agencies have undertaken in regards to sustainability, environmental management system (EMS), and supply chain management. Many agencies have safety and environmental personnel to monitor compliance with environmental, sustainable, and hazardous materials laws and regulations. You are encouraged to team with your agency designated individuals to include transportation activities in agency sustainability planning. Page 10 of 23

11 Page 11 of 23 Why Are Federal Agencies Setting Goals to Achieve Sustainable Transportation? Federal agencies are responsible for meeting several Executive Orders (EO) and laws that identify environmental transportation regulatory requirements. Agencies must establish goals in their policies and practices to meet these requirements. Page 11 of 23

12 Page 12 of 23 What Executive Orders address sustainable transportation? EO 13514, "Federal Leadership in Environmental, Energy, and Economic Performance," October 8, 2009, in Section 2(b) directs agencies to establish and report a 3% GHG reduction in absolute terms by FY2020 on a FY2008 scope 3 baseline. In establishing the target, agency heads shall consider reductions associated with: (i) pursuing opportunities with vendors and contractors to address and incorporate incentives to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions such as changes to manufacturing, utility or delivery services, modes of transportation used, or other changes in supply chain activities. Page 12 of 23

13 Page 13 of 23 What Executive Orders address sustainable transportation? EO 13423, "Strengthening Federal Environmental, Energy, and Transportation Management," January 24, 2007, in Section 1 directs federal agencies to conduct their environmental, transportation, and energyrelated activities in an environmentally, economically, and fiscally sound, integrated, continuously improving, efficient, and sustainable manner. Page 13 of 23

14 Page 14 of 23 What laws address sustainable transportation? The following is a partial list of the laws relating to sustainable transportation. Law Energy Independence and Security Act (2007) Energy Policy Act (2005) Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act (SAFETEA-LU) Summary Supports greater energy independence through improved fuel efficiencies Contains a multitude of provisions covering energy production, distribution, storage, efficiency, conservation, and research Addresses improving efficiency in freight management Page 14 of 23

15 Page 15 of 23 What Is the EPA SmartWay Program? SmartWay is a public/private collaboration between the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the freight transportation industry that helps freight shippers, carriers, and logistics companies improve fuel-efficiency and save money. Launched in 2004, SmartWay is an EPA program that reduces transportationrelated emissions by a partnership in which freight carriers and shippers commit to benchmark operations, track fuel consumption, and improve performance annually. Since 2004, SmartWay has grown to 3,000 SmartWay partners with support of the trucking industry and their freight shipping customers. Page 15 of 23

16 Page 16 of 23 How does the SmartWay program work? Partner tools and resources to assess, track, and reduce emissions and energy use Testing and identification of lower carbon strategies and technologies, and Recognition for top-performing partners. Page 16 of 23

17 Page 17 of 23 What are the SmartWay tools? Tool Carrier data collection tools Shipper tool SmartWay database SmartWay website Description Truck Tool, Logistics Tool, and Multimodal Suite Data Tool. Information collected in these tools includes gallons, miles, average payload, volume, class and model year, fleet operational, and equipment type Calculates emission inventories and efficiencies based on carrier mix Stores and manages all SmartWay data Contains downloadable versions of all tools, user guides, technical documentation, webinars, and program descriptions Page 17 of 23

18 Page 18 of 23 How can SmartWay assist in making sustainable transportation decisions? The EPA SmartWay tools are publically available and its reporting output provides the following benefits to federal agencies, transportation service providers, shippers, and logistics planners: Identifies the optimum sustainable carrier for each freight need Tracks and assesses carrier environmental performance and improved carbon efficiency estimation, and Quantifies the emission savings from mode shift and operational practices. As a result, the tools output provide information to enhance your discussion and decision making ability for planning and interacting with transportation service providers (TSPs) to achieve your agency's mission and goals. Page 18 of 23

19 Page 19 of 23 Can federal agencies join as a partner? Yes, federal agencies can join. U.S. General Services Administration (GSA), Federal Acquisition Service, Transportation Services was the first federal partner. GSA joined as a logistics management partner, providing GSA with access to performance metrics and the ability to benchmark and track efficiency, energy use, and emissions of freight activity. Page 19 of 23

20 Page 20 of 23 How do I locate a SmartWay partner on GSA schedules? GSA's Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) has developed and placed a SmartWay logo on commercial entities on schedules who have partnered in the SmartWay program. This makes it easier for agencies, when searching for transportation services on GSA schedules, to locate those entities that are partners in the EPA SmartWay program supporting transportation sustainability. You can also locate a SmartWay partner on the SmartWay website partner list. Page 20 of 23

21 Page 21 of 23 Glossary of Terms The following terms are those frequently used in federal transportation; however, this is not an inclusive list of terms. You may want to refer to and for additional transportation definitions. Greenhouse gases include Carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide, hydrofluorocarbons, perfluorocarbons, and sulfur hexafluoride (Source: Executive Order 13514, Section 19 (i)). Page 21 of 23

22 Page 22 of 23 Knowledge Review How much does transportation account for in greenhouse (GHG) emissions in the United States? 1/2 3/4 1/4 1/3 Answer: 1/4 Yes that's right. Transportation is the second largest sector of GHG emissions and accounts for over 1/4 of total U.S. GHG emissions. Freight trucks is the fastest growing source of CO2 missions (Inventory of U.S. GHG Emissions and Sinks ). Incorrect: Sorry, that's not correct. Transportation is the second largest sector of GHG emissions and accounts for over 1/4 of total U.S. GHG emissions. Freight trucks is the fastest growing source of CO2 missions (Inventory of U.S. GHG Emissions and Sinks ). Page 22 of 23

23 Page 23 of 23 Where to Go for More Information In addition to the sites identified in this session, you can find more information from the following: FedCenter.gov is the federal government's home for comprehensive environmental stewardship and compliance assistance information. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, SmartWay Program, (Helpline). U.S. General Services Administration, Sustainable Supply Chain Community of Practice. U.S. Department of Energy, Vehicle Technologies Program. Your own agency's EMS and other guidance. Page 23 of 23