Anticipated Prime Day Sales Highlight Economic Trends and Environmental Concerns







Amazon's 48-hour Prime Day begins on Tuesday, July 16.

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Last year, shoppers purchased over 375 million items, up from 300 million in 2022.

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Record sales are expected this year, despite economic concerns.

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Virginia Tech economist Jadrian Wooten links high sales to consumer confidence discrepancies.

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Increased sales lead to more package shipments, straining transportation systems.

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Selecting the "ship everything in one box" option reduces greenhouse gas emissions.

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Md Sami Hasine's research highlights the environmental impact of increased shipping.

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Freight vehicles contribute to nearly 7% of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions.

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Rising on-demand delivery increases vehicle emissions and road congestion.

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Supermarkets and online retailers could use machine-learning models to reduce delivery frequency and emissions.

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