?? Modernizing last-mile for a greener future
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The landscape of last-mile delivery is becoming greener, more expansive, and increasingly modern. ????
Gone are the days of simple post office letters… Now, France is delivering cheddars.?
Meanwhile, Zipline celebrates one million autonomous drone deliveries, and New Zealand welcomes its first all-electric cargo service.
?? In this week's edition, we explore the cutting-edge technologies transforming the last mile – from EVs to delivery robots and beyond.
Join us as we uncover the future! ?
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EXCLUSIVE: E-bikes making cities greener
Zedify is making last-mile delivery greener in the UK by tackling congestion and air pollution in densely populated cities.? ?
By using e-bikes instead of diesel vans, they create a more sustainable and efficient delivery system. ?
?? But is it really making an impact??? ?
Yes! E-bikes provide a nimble, efficient solution for city center deliveries.
Key points:
?? E-bikes offer a 90% carbon savings compared to electric vans. ?
?? UK cities face major problems with congestion and air pollution.
?? Zedify ensures consumer-friendly deliveries while reducing carbon emissions. ?
?????? Rob King, CEO of Zedify, says: "Our purpose is the opportunity to create a huge impact in our cities, to reduce our carbon emissions and make our streets a lot nicer to live."
?? To the left, to the left
A new study has found that people instinctively adjust their behavior to facilitate the smooth movement of autonomous delivery robots on city streets. ?
The study examined how delivery robots were received and interacted with in two UK cities.?
Key findings: ?
Why do we care?
Dr. Stuart Reeves from the School of Computer Science emphasizes the importance of understanding how people interact with delivery robots. ?
???? Designers can consider the role of human interaction when creating robots, instead of solely focusing on the robot's perspective.
?? Zipline’s 1 million drone deliveries
Zipline has become the first company in history to complete one million autonomous drone deliveries to customers.? ?
The company started delivering blood and medical products in Rwanda in 2016. It has since expanded to multiple countries.
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Key milestones: ?
?? Zipline has delivered in the US, Rwanda, Ghana, Nigeria, Cote d'Ivoire, Kenya, and Japan.
?? They expanded delivery items to include food, retail, agriculture, and animal health products. ?
?? P2 drone is designed for precise delivery, leaving packages exactly where they need to be.
Drones offer several advantages over traditional delivery methods.
These include:? ?
? Faster delivery.?
? Reduced labor costs.?
? Lower environmental impact. ?
Co-founder and head of software, Ryan Oksenhorn, envisions a future where "clean, reliable autonomous delivery of goods and services will be available to everyone." ?
?? From letter delivery to food delivery
As letter and parcel deliveries continue to decline, France's post office is looking to evolve into a premium meals-on-wheels service.? ?
The La Poste Groupe focuses on delivering food to mostly elderly people.
Why? And how? ?
?? Letter deliveries are projected to drop from 70% in 1990 to 15% by the end of 2024.
??? La Poste Groupe already delivers more than 15,000 meals per day. ?
?? The post office aims to double its meal delivery figures to 10 million this year.? ?
?? This innovative approach showcases how traditional postal services can adapt to changing demands and societal needs.
Philippe Wahl, head of La Poste Groupe, predicts that "food deliveries will be the top activity for postal workers by 2035," ensuring employment for France's 65,000 postmen and women – "even when there are no more letters."
Find out more: Mailboxes to meal boxes: La Poste's surprising shift
?? EVs! AirNZ takes flight
Air New Zealand is set to launch its first all-electric aircraft service, partnering with NZ Post to operate a cargo-only route between Wellington and Marlborough airports.?
This initiative paves the way for a more sustainable aviation industry in New Zealand.
Key points:
?? Wellington Airport will serve as the base for the next-gen electric aircraft.
??? Marlborough Airport will provide charging infrastructure. ?
?? The project introduces lower-emission aircraft and decarbonizes aviation.
Kiri Hannifin, Air New Zealand's chief sustainability officer, emphasizes the importance of this move: "The purpose of this initiative is to set up the country's aviation industry by introducing lower emission aircraft."
Go deeper: Air New Zealand's first all-electric service?
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