THE REDUCTION OF GHG EMISSIONS FROM SHIPPING - A KEY CHALLENGE FOR THE INDUSTRY

The paper outlines current thinking on policy, technological and operational measures to control GHG emissions from ships. These initiatives are likely to go some way towards stabilising CO2 emissions from the industry, however, significant challenges remain if the industry is to deliver deep cuts in CO2 emissions. Further developments will be required including the use of alternative propulsion technologies, different fuels and innovative measures to enhance energy efficiency.