Green Q-Commerce: Balancing Speed and Sustainability in Hyper-Fast Delivery Systems

Year : 2025 | Volume : 12 | Issue : 02 | Page : 22 27
    By

    Yamuna Mundru,

  • Atti Manga Devi,

  • Manas Kumar Yogi,

  1. Assistant Professor, Department of CSE-AI & ML, Pragati Engineering College (A), Surampalem, Andhra Pradesh, India
  2. Assistant Professor, Department of Information Technology, Pragati Engineering College (A), Surampalem, Andhra Pradesh, India
  3. Assistant Professor, Department of CSE, Pragati Engineering College (A), Surampalem, Andhra Pradesh, India

Abstract

The rapid expansion of quick commerce (q-commerce) has transformed consumer expectations with ultra-fast deliveries, yet its environmental impact—marked by carbon-intensive logistics, excessive packaging waste, and energy-heavy operations—poses significant sustainability challenges. This review examines how the q-commerce sector can reconcile speed with ecological responsibility through innovative solutions, including electrified last-mile delivery (e-bikes, electric vehicles, drones), circular packaging models (reusable containers, biodegradable materials), and artificial intelligence (AI)-driven logistics optimization (route efficiency, demand forecasting). These strategies demonstrate tangible benefits, reducing emissions by 70% to 90%, cutting delivery mileage by 20%, and minimizing food waste by 30%. However, persistent hurdles such as the high costs of green technologies and trade-offs in perishable goods logistics underscore the need for systemic change. Policy interventions (e.g., urban emission zones, plastic taxes), consumer engagement (e.g., carbon labeling), and industry collaboration (e.g., shared micro-fulfillment centers) emerge as critical enablers for scalable sustainability. By integrating these approaches, q-commerce can evolve into a model where operational efficiency aligns with planetary health, ensuring that the convenience of instant delivery does not come at the expense of environmental degradation. The findings highlight an urgent imperative for stakeholders—platforms, regulators, and consumers—to collectively prioritize long-term sustainability, positioning q-commerce as a leader in the transition to a greener digital economy.

Keywords: Q-commerce, environment, sustainability, carbon, drones

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Yamuna Mundru, Atti Manga Devi, Manas Kumar Yogi. Green Q-Commerce: Balancing Speed and Sustainability in Hyper-Fast Delivery Systems. E-Commerce for Future & Trends. 2025; 12(02):22-27.
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Yamuna Mundru, Atti Manga Devi, Manas Kumar Yogi. Green Q-Commerce: Balancing Speed and Sustainability in Hyper-Fast Delivery Systems. E-Commerce for Future & Trends. 2025; 12(02):22-27. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/ecft/article=2025/view=210376


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Regular Issue Subscription Review Article
Volume 12
Issue 02
Received 20/04/2025
Accepted 22/04/2025
Published 16/05/2025
Publication Time 26 Days
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