On September 2, 2025, the French Chamber in Taiwan hosted an important webinar on Supply Chain Decarbonization, facilitated by Stéphane Peden. The session gathered leaders from semiconductors, shipping, luxury, retail, and sustainability consulting to exchange strategies on how industries can cut greenhouse gas emissions and align with global climate goals.

Why Supply Chain Decarbonization Matters

The urgency stems from the dominance of Scope 3emissions (upstream and downstream impacts), which can account for up to 80% of a company’s carbon footprint. Tackling these emissions requires collaboration, innovation, and accountability across entire ecosystems.

Semiconductors: ST Microelectronics’ Net Zero Roadmap

Edoardo Auteri, Head of Sustainability Programs (APeC) at ST Microelectronics, outlined how the company aims to be the first IDM to reach carbon neutrality by 2027across Scopes 1, 2, and critical Scope 3 categories.

• Achievements: 55% water recycling, 97% waste diversion, sharp renewable energy growth.
• Goals: Reduce Scope 3 upstream emissions by 10% by 2030, 20% by 2035; achieve 60% water recycling.
• Beyond operations, ST products enable “avoided emissions” (Scope 4)—helping customers reduce carbon through more efficient electronics.

Logistics: CMA CGM’s Pathway to Net Zero Shipping

John Lim, Managing Director of CMACGM Taiwan, presented the group’s ambitious timeline: –30%GHG by 2030, –80% by 2040, net zero by 2050.

• LNG-powered vessels (largest global fleet).
• 1,450 electric trucks by 2025, with pilots in Taiwan.
• Solar-powered warehouses, recycled water at terminals.
• €1.5B Pulse Fund to explore hydrogen, biofuels, and emerging technologies.
• Verified carbon certificates issued to customers, supporting their Scope 3 reporting.

When Michelle Ma-Jackson, Worldtop & Meta’s Brand Consultant asked about the cost of decarbonization, John replied:

“Green is not free—but the absence of alternatives makes the choice simple.”

Luxury: Chanel’s Mission 1.5 in Action

Linda Wang, Senior Sustainability Manager at Chanel Taiwan, shared the brand’s strategy to achieve netzero by 2040,validated by the SBTi.

• RE100 commitment: 100% renewable energy by 2025.
• In Taiwan, all boutiques are LEED Gold certified.
• Freight shift: 85% of fragrance & beauty imports now move by sea instead of air.
• Launch of NEVOLD, a new entity focused on scaling recycled materials for luxury products.

Retail: Decathlon’s Circular Approach

Tristan Guiraud, Product Sustainability Leader at Decathlon Taiwan, emphasized the retailer’s holistic view of decarbonization.

• Net zero by 2050; interim goals of –20% by 2026, –42% by 2030.
• Supplier engagement: 90% aligned with SBTi, supported by training and group renewable energy procurement.
• Product design: lighter, durable, repairable, recyclable, low-carbon materials.
• Business models: buy-back, second-hand resale, repair services.
• Internal governance: 50% of employee bonuses linked to CO₂ reduction.

Frameworks: Mind Trust’s Six Levels of Action

Alexandre Levy, Founder of Mind Trust, summarized as ix-level framework for companies:

1. Internal engagement & training.
2. Supplier engagement & SBTi alignment.
3. Data collection & monitoring (Scope 3 hotspots).
4. Supplier target setting & accountability.
5. Procurement integration (sustainability criteria in RFPs).
6. Logistics optimization (routes, packaging, container reuse).

Levy noted that disclosure requirements (ISSB, CSRD, SBTi)are accelerating adoption across Asia. Despite US political pushback, momentum in Asia and Europe continues strongly—especially as consumers in China show growing preference for sustainable brands.

Worldtop & Meta’s Commitment

At Worldtop & Meta, we see supply chain decarbonization not as a cost, but as an investment in resilience and trust. By helping clients shift transport modes, adopt greener sourcing, and gain visibility across their networks, we aim to turn sustainability into competitive advantage.

📌 Conclusion

The webinar made one truth clear: no single company can decarbonize alone. Progress depends on supplier partnerships, cross-industry collaboration, and transparent reporting. From semiconductors to shipping to retail, every sector has a role to play—and logistics providers like Worldtop & Meta are at the center of enabling that transition.

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