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Landmark emissions deal for the shipping sector may not push transition to e-fuels fast enough

Envirotec Magazine

The shipping sectors first binding emissions targets were agreed on Friday 11 April, making it the first industry with internationally mandated targets of this kind. While considered a landmark deal, some observers say improvements are needed to the package of measures if the maritime sector is to reach net zero by 2050.

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Small-bore ammonia engine dispenses with need for pilot fuel

Envirotec Magazine

Dispensing with the need for any fossil-based ignition fuel, the Danish NH3 Spark FutureFlex project seems to mark a significant milestone in the effort to realize ammonia as a carbon-free fuel for applications like shipping and power generation.

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Collaborating for Sustainable Procurement: Insights From DP World

3BL Media

In a recent interview with Procurement Magazine , DP World’s Morten Johansen and Sarah Mourino had the opportunity to discuss how stakeholder engagement—with suppliers, customers, employees, and community members—is essential to building a more sustainable future for global trade.

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Sustainable Brands® and EarthX Recognize 10 Visionary Brands, Driving Real Change Toward a More Sustainable Future, at Earthx2025

3BL Media

Today we are thrilled to share more about the specific marketplace changes and progress each brand is making to advance a more sustainable future: Amazon Sustainable Cargo and Shipping: Amazon is recognized for its leadership in Sustainable Cargo and Shipping, making significant strides toward net-zero carbon emissions by 2040.

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‘Urgent action’ needed if Scotland’s transport sector is to meet net zero targets, according to new report

Envirotec Magazine

A new report suggests immediate action aimed at achieving net zero carbon can still offer a significant economic opportunity for Scotland – and the transport sector is “hugely optimistic” about the country’s prospects of decarbonisation. But significant investment and urgent action is required.

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UN report: Ocean-based climate action could deliver a fifth of emissions cuts needed to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C

Envirotec Magazine

Decarbonising domestic and international shipping and transport – which could cut up to 1.8 Increasing the protection and restoration of “blue carbon” ecosystems – mangroves, seagrasses and salt marshes – could prevent approximately 1 gigatonne of CO2e from entering the atmosphere by 2050. GtCO2e each year by 2050.

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Green hydrogen retrofit aims to demo marine decarbonisation

Envirotec Magazine

However, the maritime industry has no plans or roadmap to create a zero-carbon short sea shipping network. Carter continues: “The Government’s expectation is that by 2025 all new vessels ordered for use in UK waters are designed with zero emission capability.