It’s no surprise that the rise in ecommerce has also led to a dramatic increase in greenhouse gas emissions across the globe. Carbon emissions from ecommerce is forecast to reach 25 million CO2 metric tons by 2030, and shoppers around the world are wondering if we can do something to stop the bleeding?
82% of customers are willing to pay a premium for zero-carbon shipping. A vast majority of customers see zero-carbon shipping as an advantage for businesses, and are willing to pay a small premium to ensure their orders are sustainable. The problem is, how do we go from 25 million metric tons to zero?
We’re expanding our beloved Package Protection solution to include 100% carbon neutral shipping! That means for a small fee, your shoppers can opt-in at checkout for carbon neutral shipping while getting our best-in-class shipping insurance and shopping guarantees. When customers choose to purchase Norton Shopping Guarantee’s Package Protection they’ll get a guarantee that their shipment arrives as expected with minimal impact on the environment.
As a merchant, this enables you to provide the option for customers to protect both their orders and the planet with the click of a button, at no cost to you. Our solution can help you meet the growing expectations of 82% of shoppers, elevate your brand, and ultimately boost conversion rates.
All you have to do is add Norton Shopping Guarantee to your Shopify or WooCommerce store, configure your settings, and you’ll be set! If you have any questions, you can request a demo with our team.
Our addition of carbon offsets to the Package Protection service is a huge step towards greener e-commerce shipping. We hope to make it easier for merchants to meet their customer expectations for greener alternatives. Here’s to a more sustainable future!