US port supports clean fuels standard

The Port of Seattle Commission and executive director Stephen Metruck sent a letter to the Senate Transportation Committee urging the passage of E2SHB 1110. This legislation will help it meet the “aggressive goals” it has set for reducing operational carbon emissions.

“Washington state is a global leader in aviation, maritime and alternative energy innovation, supporting thousands of jobs across many economic sectors throughout the region. A statewide Clean Fuels Standard will reduce impacts on our climate, environment and communities while supporting broad-based economic activity and promoting the jobs of the future,” said the port.

The letter said that the experience of California and Oregon demonstrates that clean fuels standard policies cost effectively reduce pollution and create jobs.

“California has displaced more than fifteen billion gallons of petroleum fuel since enacting its standard in 2011, and more than thirty new biorefinery projects have been announced to serve that market.1 Oregon has eliminated more than 1.7 million metric tons of CO2,” said the letter.