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Net-zero targets are being driven by robotics and automation tech in warehouse logistics , though drone delivery has some way to go before widespread adoption

WRITTEN BY : SEAN ASHCROFT

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households will be able to take delivery of groceries and supplies by remote-controlled drones by the end of the year , according to Walmart .

The company says it will charge $ 3.99 per drone delivery , with a weight limit of up to 10lb , and will apply the safety principle : ‘ If it fits safely , it flies ’.

According to David Guggina , Senior VP of Supply Chain , Innovation & Automation at Walmart , participating stores will house a drone delivery hub , complete with a team of certified pilots “ that operate within Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) guidelines and safely manage flight operations for deliveries ”.

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