Americas – Page 8
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NewsContainer terminal blocked
Canada’s government has put a stop to plans for a new container terminal.
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NewsCommitted to environmental and economic sustainability
The trade-offs between environmental and economic sustainability have at times presented a difficult balancing act for the eleven maritime ports across the state of California, writes Michael Zucchet, chairman, Port of San Diego
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NewsElectric grants for ports
American ports are benefitting from grants to buy electric charging terminals making transport more efficient and cleaner.
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NewsPower shortage fears
Address adequate energy grid supply or impede ports’ ability to move cargo, says a new report.
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NewsPorts pollution pact
A new US ports partnership aims to improve cargo flow and reduce air pollution.
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NewsClean funding call
US ports are calling for US$2.25bn funding to invest in emissions-free freight hauling.
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NewsZero-emission trucks
Zero-emission trucks at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach are growing.
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NewsShore power toughens emissions fight
Shore power capability is being doubled at a US port in a bid to improve air quality.
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NewsUS carbon capture proposal
A carbon capture and storage (CCS) hub has been proposed to decarbonise a major US shipping channel.
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NewsMarine life thrives in ports
Marine life is thriving at record levels in waters shared by two US ports.
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NewsAmerican ports commit to zero-emissions
Four ports in North America are jointly committing to phasing out emissions from seaport-related activities by 2050.
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NewsChampioning the clean air cause
One American port is championing the safekeeping and environmental care of its diverse ecosystems.
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NewsElectric RTG cranes expedite 2030 goal
Nine RTG cranes are part of one US terminal''s goal to move to zero emissions equipment by 2030.
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NewsCleaner trucks clean up the air
Cleaner dray trucks are on the horizon for one US port that aims to replace 20 older models by Earth Day.
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NewsSan Diego advances clean air initiatives
The Port of San Diego is making significant moves to advance new clean air and environmental protection strategies.
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NewsUS ports get help to shift to offshore wind
A single-source terminal and supply chain management solution is being developed to support the emerging offshore wind industry in the US.
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NewsEco train aids POLB clean air plan
Investment in an ultra-low emissions locomotive engine by a Port of Long Beach (POLB) operator will contribute towards the San Pedro Bay Ports Clean Air Action Plan.
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NewsSeattle builds back sustainably
A new year brings a new administration in the US and the promise to upgrade ports and ferry systems to support a more sustainable maritime ecosystem.
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NewsCarbon neutral electricity for LA terminal
One of the largest terminal facilities at the Port of Los Angeles has achieved carbon neutral electricity through renewable energy credits (RECs).
