Tag: Environment
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Update on Potential of Biofuels for Shipping [updated]
Among the broad spectrum of technology and fuel-solution pathways available for ship designers, builders, owners and operators, biofuels potentially offer medium and long-term marine fuel ...
Published26.09.2023CategoriesTags -
FAQ - Monitoring, reporting and verification of maritime transport emissions
The following questions and answers are intended to guide shipping professionals in understanding the revised EU Monitoring, Reporting and Verification (MRV) Maritime Regulation. They do not replace ...
Published26.07.2023CategoriesTags -
FAQ – Maritime transport in EU Emissions Trading System (ETS)
The following questions and answers are intended to guide shipping professionals in understanding the application of the EU Emissions Trading System to maritime transport. They do not replace the ...
Published26.07.2023CategoriesTags -
Fuel EU Maritime Regulation
The Fuel EU Maritime Regulation is a complementary regulation to the EU ETS, ensuring that the greenhouse gas intensity of fuels used by the shipping sector will gradually decrease over time. It ...
Published29.06.2023CategoriesTags -
Workshop on Alternative Fuels (biofuels and ammonia) and Power Solutions for Shipping and Ports
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Workshop on Alternative Fuels (biofuels and ammonia) and Power Solutions for Shipping and Ports
From 18-20 October, EMSA is holding a workshop on alternative fuels, specifically biofuels and ammonia, and power solutions for shipping and ports. The workshop will analyse and review two new ...
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Port reception facilities
The availability of adequate port reception facilities (PRFs) for ships’ waste is crucial for the effective implementation of waste management plans in ports. These facilities mostly receive and ...
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Anti-fouling
Leaching from the anti-fouling paints used to prevent the build-up of micro-organisms, algae or plants (known as biofouling) on ships’ hulls can have negative consequences for marine habitats, and ...
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Underwater noise
Underwater noise from shipping is increasingly recognised as a significant and pervasive pollutant, affecting marine ecosystems on a global scale. Measurements in the last 50 years have shown that ...
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Port call optimisation
There are several ways to reduce the fuel consumption of a ship, thereby contributing to reducing air emissions. Ports, in cooperation with ships, play an important role in reducing the ship’s fuel ...
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