Archive for December 31st, 2009
Maritime industry braces for EPA emission regs
As 2010begins major GHG emitters face tough reporting requirements from the Environmental Protection Agency that start on Jan. 1.
In addition the agency ended the year by wrapping-up final regulations that slap stringent emission control standards on ocean vessels and marine diesel engines. The rule was proposed in July and applies to U.S. freighters, tankers, container vessels and passenger ships.
It also harmonizes U.S. regulations with international standards for all ships.
Vessel diesel emissions are a major source of pollution in port areas, and stronger standards will help make large ships “cleaner and more efficient, and protect millions of Americans from harmful diesel emissions,” says EPA Administrator Lisa P. Jackson.
