Warehouse Basics
What is the main role of a warehouse in the supply chain?
To store goods (raw materials, finished products, etc.) until they are needed.
Warehouses account for about what percentage of all supply chain emissions?
13%
Switching to LED lights can reduce warehouse energy consumption by up to what percentage?
75%.
100: What is one common physical risk to workers inside warehouses?
Injuries from operations/equipment.
Which sports brand recycles old shoes into running tracks and playgrounds?
Nike.
Besides storage, name one added-value activity warehouses can perform.
Labeling, packaging, or assembling products.
Cold storage warehouses consume how many times more electricity than regular ones?
3–4 times more.
Rooftop solar panels can cover how much of a warehouse’s total energy demand?
20-30%
What is one risk of operational errors in warehousing?
Product loss, delays, inefficiencies, or extra costs.
Which furniture giant uses geothermal heating and LED lighting in its warehouses?
Ikea.
What technology is often used to keep track of stock in modern warehouses?
Barcodes, scanners, and AI software.
What kind of pollution increases by 20% near warehouses due to traffic?
NO₂ concentration (air pollution).
Name one sustainable building material that can be used in greener warehouses.
Eco-concrete or recycled steel.
What type of threat can lead to data loss and operational shutdowns?
Digital system failures or cybersecurity threats.
Which logistics real estate company operates net zero warehouses worldwide?
Prologis.
Why are warehouses often located close to cities or markets?
To enable fast delivery to customers.
Name two negative effects warehouses can have on surrounding ecosystems.
Interference with wildlife & land usage issues.
What’s the advantage of using shared warehouses for multiple companies?
Reduced emissions and fewer miles on the road.
Why is the shortage of qualified workers a rising challenge in warehousing?
Shrinking workforce, companies struggle to recruit/retain skilled staff.
Which fashion retailer collects old clothes for reuse and recycling?
H&M.
List 3 main processes warehouses handle when goods arrive.
Receiving goods, storing them, and inventory keeping (also processing & shipping).
Noise pollution is a problem near which famous European logistics hub?
Schiphol Airport (Netherlands).
Mention two types of green equipment that reduce CO₂ in warehouses.
Electric forklifts & hydrogen forklifts (also smart conveyors, robotics/AGVs).
Name two types of environmental risks that can damage goods in warehouses.
Floods, temperature, or humidity issues.
Name two of the three big companies (Amazon, IKEA, Prologis) and their sustainability initiatives.
Amazon: Solar panels in fulfillment centers
IKEA: Geothermal heating + LED lighting.
Prologis: Net zero warehouses worldwide.