Clean Shipping Act: Zero Emissions Mandate for Large Vessels by 2040
This legislation mandates a phased reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from large commercial vessels, aiming for 100% zero-carbon fuel intensity by 2040. Crucially, it requires the elimination of all air pollutants from ships while docked or anchored in US ports by 2030, directly benefiting air quality in coastal communities. While potentially increasing shipping costs, the primary goal is public health and environmental protection.
Key points
Requires a 100% reduction (zero carbon intensity) in fuel used by large vessels on covered voyages by the year 2040, starting with a 20% reduction by 2027.
Vessels of 400 gross tonnage or more must eliminate all greenhouse gas and air pollutant emissions while at berth or anchorage in US waters by January 1, 2030.
If mandated reduction targets are deemed technologically or economically infeasible, the EPA must set the maximum achievable reduction standard instead.
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