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A Japanese company just built the world's first hydrogen-powered engine for large cargo ships, slashing greenhouse gas emissions by over 95%. The breakthrough brings carbon-neutral ocean shipping within reach by 2050.
After 12 years of strict security restrictions, the United States has welcomed back Nigerian vessels into its ports. The win marks a major turnaround for Nigeria's maritime industry and opens new doors for international trade.
A new study reveals how smart financial incentives could help the global shipping industry switch to clean fuels without breaking the bank. The research offers policymakers a clear roadmap to balance immediate carbon cuts with long-term sustainable solutions.
The Maritime Association for Clean Seas just released practical guides to help shipping companies stop plastic waste before it even gets on boats. Instead of managing trash later, the industry now has clear rules for buying smarter from the start.
Battery-powered ships are already making economic sense for short routes, and a new study shows they could slash nearly a fifth of shipping emissions within six years. The best part? It's profitable right now.
The shipping industry is embracing an old technology in a new way. High-tech sails and wind-smart routes could slash cargo ship emissions by more than half.
After months of setbacks, nations worldwide recommitted to cleaning up the shipping industry's massive carbon footprint. The framework could transform how goods travel across oceans while protecting island nations from rising seas.
Despite a week of delay tactics, the International Maritime Organization's Net Zero Framework for shipping survived intact, keeping hope alive for cleaner oceans. The EU and ambitious nations refused to let the climate agreement die.
Nations preserved a groundbreaking framework to charge ships for carbon emissions, keeping alive the world's first global climate tax. Despite disagreements, most countries are staying committed to cleaning up an industry responsible for 3% of global emissions.
A major British port just launched a first-of-its-kind program that lets shipping customers claim verified carbon reductions from the port's clean energy investments. It's making climate progress shareable across supply chains.
A new study shows liquefied natural gas can cut shipping emissions by nearly one-third compared to traditional marine fuel. The breakthrough offers a practical path for one of the world's hardest-to-decarbonize industries.
A breakthrough study shows ships running on liquefied natural gas can slash greenhouse gas emissions by up to 29% compared to traditional fuel. The finding marks a major step forward for cleaning up the shipping industry.