Shipping
Amazon, Unilever, IKEA back zero-emission shipping initiative
Nine global corporations adopt ambition statement that commits them to transitioning their freight vessels to zero-carbon fuels by 2040. Read More
Why Walmart, Target, Amazon and Ikea need greener ships
Analysis of the shipping impact of major U.S. retailers finds 15 companies are responsible for as much sulphur oxide, nitrous oxide and particulate matter pollution as tens of millions of vehicles. Read More
Sustainable ship loans set sail
The Poseidon loan model is gaining popularity because it sets a clear language of ambition and target-setting but also supports robust and well-informed client engagement. Read More
ECOsubsea scrubs ship slime to save the seas
Ecosubsea cleans the "bio-fouling," accumulated sea slime on hulls, that makes ships less efficient and threatens ocean ecosystems. Read More
How digitizing global supply chains will advance the circular economy
International trade is still a paper-based, analog industry. It's time to change that. Read More
Catching wind: How to harnesses air for low-carbon shipping
A blend of ancient and cutting-edge, TransOceanic Wind Transport uses wind-powered vessels to meet modern shipping needs. Read More
Zero-carbon fuels and marine shipping: Both a will and a way?
There’s emerging evidence of a will-to-decarbonize the sector among pioneering retail and commodity companies, innovative shipbuilders and engine technology developers, and key policymakers. Read More
Shipping industry emissions keep sailing upward
International shipping's CO2 emissions grew by 5.6 percent from 2012 to 2018. Read More
FedEx pledges to be carbon neutral by 2040
The goal includes a commitment to use zero emission vehicles for all its package and delivery fleet by 2040. Read More
Carnival Cruises inks deal to deploy 'microbubble carpet' technology
Silverstream Technologies has developed a system where a carpet of microbubbles is spread across a ship's hull in order to reduce friction, save fuel and slash carbon emissions. Read More