Norwegian chemical company Yara International has created the world’s first zero-emission autonomous cargo ship, the Yara Birkeland. The shipping industry accounts for between 2.5 and 3 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions, according to the International Maritime … [Read more...] about First zero-emission crewless cargo ship to set sail in Norway
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Michelin develops inflatable sails to cut the carbon footprint of shipping
While the Michelin Group is commonly known for its travel guides and tires, as well as awarding restaurants for their cooking, the company now wants to help the shipping industry slash its humongous carbon footprint. How? By designing Wing Sail Mobility (WISAMO) — an inflatable … [Read more...] about Michelin develops inflatable sails to cut the carbon footprint of shipping
The cargo ships of the future might use traditional sails to lower emissions
The vast majority of products that move globally, from jeans to bananas to cars, travel on cargo ships that generate around 3 percent of global emissions (for context, aviation generates 2 percent). And while shipping companies such as Maersk are investing heavily in new … [Read more...] about The cargo ships of the future might use traditional sails to lower emissions
The shipping industry will be forced to use cleaner fuels in less than 6 months
From the return of sails on cargo ships to shipping giant Maersk’s quest to drastically reduce emissions, the shipping industry has been in the spotlight this week at The Optimist Daily—and for good reason: as one of the highest polluting industries in the world, much has to … [Read more...] about The shipping industry will be forced to use cleaner fuels in less than 6 months