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Study carried out by Scott Dryden, Royal Roads University, exclusively for
SustainableShipping, on the North American ECA and CSR responsibilities.
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October 30 2008, Washington DC
'Tipping Point' will see shipping companies turn to efficiency and environmental technologies in large numbers, industry leaders suggest.
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'Tipping Point' will see shipping companies turn to efficiency and environmental technologies in large numbers, industry leaders suggest.
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October 12 - 14, Vancouver BC
October 20 - 22, Miami
29 September - 1 October, San Francisco
October 29 - 31, Washington DC
May 28 - 30, Singapore
October 24 - 26, Los Angeles
October 2 - 4, Copenhagen
October 5 - 7, San Francisco
Legislation
- US Bill to enhance ocean health (December 2011)
Bill H. R. 3757 - improving the ability of NOAA, the US Coast Guard, and coastal States by focusing on preparedness, prevention, response, restoration, and research. - Alaska Low-Sulfur Diesel Fuel Transition Program
US EPA regulatory changes that will affect marine diesel fuel. - Canada: Bill C-16
Environmental Enforcement Act
(Amended June 18, 2009) - NOx Technical Code 2008
Technical Code on Control of Emission of Nitrogen Oxides from Marine Diesel Engines. - MARPOL Annex VI
Prevention of air pollution from ships. - MARPOL Annex V
Prevention of pollution by garbage from ships. - MARPOL Annex IV
Prevention of pollution by sewage from ships. - MARPOL Annex III
Prevention of pollution by harmful substances in packaged form. - MARPOL Annex II
Control of pollution by noxious liquid substances. - MARPOL Annex I
Prevention of pollution by oil. - MARPOL
Introduction to Marine Air Quality and Pollution bodies and legislation.
Briefing Papers
- North American Emissions Control; Review, Response, and Responsibility
Study carried out by Scott Dryden, Royal Roads University, exclusively for SustainableShipping, on the North American ECA and CSR responsibilities. Subscribers only. - MEPC 63: Overview
Sustainable Shipping paper that considers the outcome of MEPC 62 and a look at the topics being discussed at MEPC 63. Subscribers only. - COP17: What you need to know
A SustainableShipping briefing paper on the 17th Conference of the Parties and the potential impacts on the shipping industry. Subscribers only. - An introduction to the IMO's Ballast Water Convention
A background to the convention and a look at its current status (October 19, 2011) Subscribers only. - MEPC 62
A background to IMO and MEPC and an overview of the topics to be discussed at the 62nd session. - MEPC 61
Overview of the Key Topics to be Discussed at the IMO Meeting - MEPC 60
Overview of the Key Topics to be Discussed at the IMO Meeting - Emission Control Areas (ECAs): What You Need to Know
ECAs and new fuel restrictions coming into force. Subscribers only. - MARPOL Annex VI: Changes Ahead
Understanding the changes to air pollution rules. Subscribers only.
- Natural gas for marine vessels - US Market Opportunities
April 2012 report that offers a comprehensive look at the challenges and prospects for converting US marine vessels to liquefied natural gas (LNG). - The National Geodetic Survey Ten-Year Plan
Defining a National Spatial Reference System (NSRS) to meet US economic, social, and environmental needs. - Ship-born Non-indigenous Species Diminish Great Lakes Ecosystem Services
New paper assigns dollar figure to effects of shipborne invaders in the Great Lakes Region. - Potential for Biofuels
EMSA report looks at the technical and organisation limitations of biofuels for ships, both on board and in the supply chain. - IMO: MEPC 63 Outcome
In March 2012 the IMO adopted important guidelines to support implementation of mandatory energy efficiency measures for international shipping. Subscribers only. - Interpretation of MARPOL and related instruments
Guidelines for the Development of a Regional Reception Facilities Plan - submitted by Australia, the US and SPREP. - Consideration and adoption of amendments to mandatory instruments
Amendments to MARPOL Annex VI and the NOx Technical Code 2008. - Vessel Efficiency Incentive Scheme
Proposal made by Japan and the World Shipping Council to stimulate improvements in the carbon efficiency of the world’s maritime fleet. - MEPC 63: Status of Conventions
The document shows the current status of IMO conventions and other instruments relating to marine environment protection.