Temu to Offset Carbon Emissions For E-Commerce Deliveries

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09/15/2022 - 06:18 AM

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Temu announced today that it will offset the carbon emissions from its e-commerce deliveries as part of the online market operator’s commitment to sustainable practices.

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The company launched its e-commerce service in the US in September, offering a wide selection of merchandise across 15 product categories at ultracompetitive prices. The company said it will work closely with its global network of suppliers and logistics partners to source for products and fulfil orders efficiently.

Temu is a sister company of Pinduoduo, which operates an online marketplace that connects more than 11 million merchants to almost 900 million customers. Pinduoduo is known for pioneering the “consumer-to-manufacturer” model to make production more responsive to consumer demand. It has also developed a logistics information system to improve the efficiency of transporting parcels.

Suppliers to Temu must meet strict quality assurance criteria and be able to ensure the stability and quality of production, according to the company.

About Temu:

Temu is a global online marketplace featuring the widest selection of unique merchandise at hard-to-beat prices, made possible by sourcing and fulfillment capabilities built over the years. Created with the goal of empowering consumers, Temu works closely with its global network of suppliers and logistics partners to curate a range of competitively priced products that meet wide-ranging needs.