The Port of Tacoma has unveiled a comprehensive plan to achieve net-zero emissions by 2040. The target will cover Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This includes direct emissions from the port’s buildings and vehicles and the electricity purchased for port facilities.
Port of Tacoma’s Net-Zero Plan: Key Initiatives and Impact
However, the plan does not extend to Scope 3 emissions, which constitute the largest source of greenhouse gases and include emissions from third-party sources such as cargo ships, drayage trucks, and facilities leased to private companies.
The Port of Tacoma has outlined a series of key initiatives to accomplish the goal. It includes substantial investments in electric vehicles, replacing natural gas with electricity in its buildings, and transitioning to renewable fuels for its cars instead of fossil fuels.
The net-zero policy is set to bring about numerous multi-million-dollar projects. One of them is the Administration Building Electric Vehicle Charging Station project, authorized by the commission earlier this year.
The Port of Tacoma’s commitment to decarbonization aligns with the Northwest Ports Clean Air Strategy, a collaborative effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from shipping and port operations.
With this ambitious initiative, the Port of Tacoma joins a growing roster of ports across the globe, leading the charge toward a greener and more sustainable future for the maritime industry.
Source Hellenic Shipping News