Maersk Line Makes Strides Toward Reducing Carbon Emissions

Maersk Line Makes Strides Toward Reducing Carbon Emissions

Maersk Line Makes Strides Toward Reducing Carbon Emissions
Image via Flickr by Robert Lender
With increasing emissions regulations on the horizon, Danish shipping company Maersk Line has opted for a proactive approach. Learn more about the impending regulations and discover how Maersk Line has partnered with other global companies on environmentally friendly initiatives.

Situation: Global Shippers Expect Increased Emissions Regulations

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) currently oversees emissions regulations for the global shipping industry, but recent actions by the European Parliament suggest that the latter group may take steps to increase oversight. The European Union (EU) relies on a cap and trade principle known as the Emissions Trading System (ETS) to lower carbon emissions and combat climate change.

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