Phumlani Masilela, Marcia Mkansi, John Michael Maxel Okoche

Abstract

Academic literature argues that crowdsourcing is critical for supply chain coordination problems linked to people, profitability, and environmental management. However, the extent to which crowdsourcing mobile applications impact on the environment has not been explored. Using SimaPro v.9.1 we compared the implications of Uber with those of Metered vehicles. This was critical in assessing the impact of crowdsourcing on traditional transport. Our study found that crowdsourcing applications lead to reduced fuel consumption and carbon emissions. Both in practice and theory, crowdsourcing consistently enhances livelihoods, increases profits, and promotes environmental sustainability.