Customers wants sustainable deliveries, but residential areas pose a challenge
♻️ Customers wants sustainable deliveries, but residential areas pose a challenge.
Residential delivery has become increasingly popular in recent years, driven by the growth of e-commerce and online shopping. However, it involves more frequent and smaller deliveries compared to commercial deliveries, which can result in increased emissions from delivery vehicles. Residential deliveries also often result in excessive packaging waste, as each item is often packaged individually to protect it during shipping. The increase in residential deliveries can also lead to increased congestion in urban areas, as delivery vehicles navigate through busy streets and neighborhoods.
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