Christmas shopping surge in Australia boosts freight, raising environmental concerns.

Christmas shopping in Australia is boosting freight deliveries, with Qantas Freight expecting to move over 50,000 tonnes of goods, a 5% increase from last year. This surge contributes to global greenhouse gas emissions, with transport responsible for 15% of these emissions in 2019. Online fast fashion sites and low-cost marketplaces exacerbate the issue, as goods travel long distances via carbon-intensive methods. Despite online sales rising by 6.4% since August, four in five shoppers still prefer in-store purchases. Experts suggest choosing quality over quantity and supporting sustainable practices to reduce the environmental impact.

December 14, 2024
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