APM Terminals Elizabeth has proceeded with its decarbonisation strategy, starting to use green power, from a supplier that offers renewables such as wind and solar.
[s2If is_user_logged_in()]This is expected to reduce CO2 emissions by 45% in 2021, slashing 7kg CO2/TEU from the current 16kg CO2/TEU intensity, according to a statement. This translates into an estimated emissions reduction of 8,000 tonnes of CO2 in 2021.
“Our decision to pursue green sourced energy reflects our overall long-term company plans to decarbonise our terminal operations. We’re progressing on that goal through a multi-year programme that aligns with our customers who are also decarbonising their logistics chains and looking to work with like-minded companies,” noted Jon Poelma, managing director of APM Terminals Elizabeth.
APM Terminals Elizabeth said it embarked on a decarbonising plan in 2016 as part of a multi-year effort to reduce energy consumption through improved efficiency, equipment upgrades, and electrification to reduce emissions and create a safer, cleaner working environment for employees.
The project has generated a reduction in CO2 emissions from an average of 18kg CO2/TEU in 2016, to 16kg CO2/TEU in 2020.
APM Terminals Elizabeth has also introduced a new gate complex designed to improve the trucker experience, by reducing truck idling and turn times. Average turnaround time reductions of 11 minutes have already been seen, representing a reduction of 3kg CO2/TEU, benefiting the trucker community and wider New Jersey port area, according to an announcement.
Other actions underway to reduce emissions include improving operational efficiencies and traffic management on the terminal.
“We’re on a path to achieving net zero carbon emissions and making significant steps this year. We will continue to focus on emission reduction and working with our customers to reduce their supply chain emissions, while collaborating with federal, state and local authorities to achieve this goal together,” added Poelma.
APM Terminals Elizabeth operates one of the largest container terminals in the Port of New York and New Jersey, investing US$200 million in upgrading the facility, including expanding capacity for future growth as part of a five year modernisation programme.[/s2If]
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