ECO MILE – Sustainability in Last Mile Logistics
Cooperation Partnerships in Vocational Education and Training (KA220-VET)
About the project
The ECO MILE project addresses the pressing issue of unsustainable last-mile logistics in urban environments, focusing on the development of vocational education and training (VET) tools that promote environmentally-friendly practices. The project aims to empower VET trainers and logistics professionals with innovative resources to reduce carbon emissions and congestion from delivery systems.
Objectives
- Raise awareness of the environmental impact of last mile logistics.
- Promote sustainable logistics practices (e.g., efficient routing, eco-packaging).
- Improve operational efficiency in last mile delivery.
- Upskill logistics professionals through innovative training solutions.
- Pilot hybrid training (online + in-person) in partner countries.
Project start date: 01/09/2024
Project end date: 31/08/2026
Activities
Research
Field research and a best practices report on sustainable logistics
Training Curriculum
Development of a comprehensive training curriculum
Online Platform
Creation of an online platform hosting educational modules and a serious game
Pilot Trainings
Implementation of pilot trainings and dissemination events
Network
Establishment of a network of VET trainers equipped with green logistics competencies
Partners
Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or SEPIE. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.