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Shipping industry seeks sustainable fuel alternatives
The shipping sector is moving away from heavy fuel oil to greener alternatives in response to stringent global regulations.
In short:
- New regulations by the International Maritime Organization require significant emission reductions, prompting the search for sustainable fuels like methanol, hydrogen, ammonia and experimenting with electricity and nuclear power.
- Methanol shows promise due to renewable production methods, but challenges in global availability persist.
- Ammonia emerges as a strong candidate despite its toxicity, with ongoing developments to improve its combustion efficiency in maritime engines.
- However, the industry needs to look at other ways to cut down emissions, like wind-assisted technologies.
Why this matters:
Transitioning to cleaner fuels is important for the shipping industry to meet upcoming emission reduction targets, which are set to become net zero by 2050. Success in this industry could set a precedent for other sectors, pushing them towards their own environmental commitments.
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Ports pave the way for eco-friendly maritime travel
In a significant move toward sustainable shipping, ports worldwide are now investing in green fuels, enabling cargo ships to sail without carbon emissions.
In short:
- Global ports are actively investing in green fuels to create carbon-free shipping corridors.
- The initiative aims to use zero or low emission fuels like ammonia and methanol for cargo ships.
- This eco-friendly shift in maritime travel is part of a broader effort to reduce global shipping emissions.
Key quote:
"We have to get started somewhere, and you cannot get started by implementing zero emission shipping as a total solution everywhere in the world."
— Boudewijn Siemons, Interim Chief Executive, Port of Rotterdam.
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