The regulatory landscape in Spain has taken a decisive step towards decarbonization. With the recent approval of Royal Decree 214/2025, carbon footprint measurement and reporting is no longer a voluntary social responsibility initiative, but a legal imperative for a wide range of companies.
In this article, we break down what this regulation means for the logistics industry and why the calculation methodology is more important than ever.
What does Royal Decree 214/2025 establish?
The main objective of the new decree is to increase environmental transparency. The affected companies are now obliged to:
- Calculate your greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions annually.
- Officially register such data in the Carbon Footprint Registry, offsetting and carbon dioxide absorption projects.
- Present a five-year emission reduction plan with quantifiable targets.
For transportation and logistics companies, the challenge is twofold: not only must they measure their internal operations (Scope 1 and 2), but supply chain pressure forces them to report accurate data on their services (Scope 3) to their customers.
The challenge of accuracy: ISO 14083 and the GLEC standard
One of the critical points of RD 214/2025 is the veracity and traceability of data. Generic estimates are no longer sufficient. Standards are moving towards standardization, and this is where ISO 14083 takes center stage. This international standard establishes requirements for the quantification and reporting of GHGs resulting from the operations of passenger and freight transportation chains.
In this context, Eccologistics is positioned as the leading solution thanks to its technical fundamentals:
Developed under the GLEC Framework
Eccologistics does not use arbitrary formulas. Our platform has been developed within the framework of the Global Logistics Emissions Council (GLEC). This is the only globally recognized framework that harmonizes the calculation of emissions across the entire logistics chain, from road to sea, air and rail transport.
2. Accreditation by the Smart Freight Centre
Trust is the cornerstone of any sustainability report. Eccologistics’ calculations and reports are accredited by the Smart Freight Centre (SFC). This global organization ensures that our methodology strictly complies with the GLEC Framework and, by extension, with ISO 14083.
Advantages of using Eccologistics for compliance with RD 214/2025
Adopting an accredited tool is not just a matter of compliance; it is a strategic decision:
- Avoid penalties and reporting errors: Being aligned with international standards, your reports are valid for official audits.
- Facilitates compliance with Scope 3: Offer your customers real and certified data, improving your positioning as a sustainable supplier.
- Automation and efficiency: Reduces the administrative burden of collecting complex data from multiple sources and carriers.
At Eccologistics, we are ready to help you navigate this transition.