Panama Canal begins transition to become carbon neutral by 2030
The Panama Canal launched its process of decarbonizing its operations, with aims of becoming carbon neutral by 2030, according to the company s release.
While the Panama Canal contributed to a reduction of more than 13 million tons of CO2 equivalent emissions in 2020 by offering a shorter route for ships in comparison to the most likely alternative routes, the waterway recognizes the importance of making its own operation carbon neutral by the end of the decade.
To kick off the transition to a greener Canal, the waterway purchased four electric vehicles as part of a pilot program that will collect data to inform the migration of the Canal’s entire fleet away from fossil fuel dependence. Part of its strategic decarbonization plan also includes tugboats and launches that use alternative fuels, the substitution of electricity production processes in favor of photovoltaic plants, the use of hydraulic energy, and
Panama Canal kick starts transition to carbon-neutrality by 2030
Panama Canal; Image credit: Panama Canal Authority
The Panama Canal has launched its process of decarbonizing its operations, targeting to become carbon neutral by 2030.
The waterway is seen as a solid way for shipping companies to cut their environmental footprint being a shorter route for ships.
In 2020, the canal authority said it had contributed to a reduction of more than 13 million tons of CO2 equivalent emissions. Related Article Posted: 2 months ago
However, the waterway believes now is the time to make its own operations carbon neutral by the end of the decade.
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