Air emissions - Greenhouse gases

Monitoring of regulations

The use of specialized software or other verifiable procedure can serve as evidence that the practices below have been implemented.

2.1 Implement a systematic control policy for documenting fuel (e.g. Bunker Delivery Notes (BDN), best practices application, or any other proof of the control policy in place). BDN should refer to IS0 8217:2017 tables at least.

Note: BDN must be retained, and annual consumption notes must be kept for each ship.

2.2 Plan voyages and stopovers with using decision tools based for example on climatology and weather forecasting to reduce/optimise energy used for each voyage.

2.3 Optimize trim for energy efficiency when loading ships and barges.

2.4 Implement a preventive engine maintenance system to optimize performance.

2.5 Identify optimal engine speed or engine load for fuel energy efficiency. Inform crew and ensure awareness of this optimal ‘economic’ speed and/or engine load. Transit at this speed to the extent practicable.

2.6 Implement a program for energy efficiency upgrades (e.g., lighting, heating/cooling).

2.7 Conduct an internal survey for equipment or energy loads that could be more efficient with smart controls, variable loads, or other means, i.e. HVAC in unoccupied spaces, air compressor, or cooling pump; and/or from survey findings, make progress right-sizing or upgrading equipment, balancing loads, or similar.

Pilot Boats and Tugs Only:

2.8 Reduce idling with dispatch scheduling and/or provide tie-up locations where awaiting tow or escort.

3.1 Complete and disclose an annual GHG emissions inventory (totals and intensity) for the company's entire fleet, owned and chartered, including voyages outside Europe.

Note: For more information on the calculation of GHG emissions, see Annex 3-B (and Annex 3-E if Shipowner select a full WtW emission calculations) and monitoring plans, emissions reports and documents of compliance pursuant to IMO / EU regulations.

From either 2027 or 2028 (depending on when IMO mid-term measures will be implemented), only WtW emission calculations to be used.

3.2 Adopt Decarbonization Plan that has quantifiable objectives and that formally incorporates the best practices required for achieving Level 2.

Note: See Annex 3-C.

3.3 Based on the inventory made in criterion 3.1, set a strategic objective aiming at a 40% reduction of GHG per transport work (or other appropriate normalizers) by 2030 since 2018 and net zero emission of the fleet by 2050.

Note: See Annex 3-B for methodology and Annex 3-E for full WtW emission calculations.

AND fulfill one of the following 2 criteria:

3.4 Support scientific research on energy efficiency and decarbonization by providing access to ships by government, academic, or other research groups or by participating in an expert working group. 

OR

3.5 Publicly disclose GHG reduction target as defined in the Decarbonization Plan.

Fulfill one of the following 2 criteria:

4.1 Based on the inventory made in criterion 3.1, achieve an annual average reduction in GHG intensity (GHG emissions per ton or passenger or cubic meter or deadweight-nautical mile or per hour- for tugs or other non-cargo ships) of 2.3% since 2018.

Note: For more information on the calculation of GHG emissions, see Annex 3-B (and Annex 3-E if Shipowner select a full WtW emission calculations) and monitoring plans, emissions reports and documents of compliance pursuant to IMO / EU regulations.

From either 2027 or 2028 (depending on when IMO mid-term measures will be implemented) only WtW emission calculations to be used.

OR

If criterion 4.1 is not applicable, for the specific cases of ship owners that did not have data in 2018 and/or already invested in a low-carbon fleet that has a consistent impact on the GHG performance of the fleet (see Annex 3-A for "low-carbon" definition).

4.2 Achieve an average annual GHG intensity per transport work of their vessel(s) equal to or below the EEOI value as calculated according to the three different options to assess vessel GHG performance as described in Annex 3-D (level 4).

Note: Other ship owners should comply with criterion 4.1.

4.3 Define an action plan towards a 40% GHG reduction per transport work by 2030. And, if possible, prepare for a net zero emission of the fleet by 2050.

4.4 Actively participate in research and development on reducing GHG, for example – alternative and renewable fuels, alternative propulsion, infrastructure development, or abatement technologies.

Note: Active participation in R&D is defined as the provision of support by the company, whether through financial means, human resources, equipment, or experimental shipboard trials; in partnership with an academic institution, technology developer, innovation accelerator, or government agency.

Fulfill one of the following 2 criteria:

5.1 Based on the inventory made in criterion 3.1, achieve an annual average reduction in GHG intensity (GHG emissions per ton or passenger or cubic meter or a deadweight-nautical mile or per hour for tugs or other non-cargo ships) of 3.3% since 2018.

Note: For more information on the calculation of GHG emissions, see Annex 3-B (and Annex 3-E if Shipowner select full WtW emission calculations) and monitoring plans, emissions reports and documents of compliance pursuant to IMO / EU regulations. From either 2027 or 2028 (depending on when IMO mid-term measures will be implemented) only WtW emission calculations to be used.

OR

If criterion 5.1 is not applicable, for the specific cases of ship owners that did not have data in 2018 and/or already invested in a low-carbon fleet that has a consistent impact on the GHG performance of the fleet (see Annex 3-A for "low-carbon" definition).

5.2 Achieve an average annual GHG intensity per transport work of their vessel(s) equal to or below the EEOI value as calculated according to the three different options to assess vessel GHG performance as described in Annex 3-D (level 5).

Note: Other ship owners should comply with criterion 5.1.

AND fulfill one of the following 3 criteria:

5.3 Actively participate in and provide funding for a study and/or project with shipping decarbonization objectives reachable before 2030, such as:

• zero-emission or low-emission vessel(s) with the objective to build a demonstration vessel by 2028
• low-emission alternative fuel/energy or biofuel (liquid or gas) production
• any other project with shipping decarbonization objectives (such as those referenced by the Getting to Zero Coalition, and Zero Emissions Waterborne Transport, Global Center for Maritime Decarbonation (GCMD), or Mission Innovation).

OR

5.4 Acquire and/or build a low-carbon emission vessel that includes at least a 30% 40% emission reduction on laden voyages (propulsion and auxiliary needs). At least one vessel in the fleet should be equipped with low-carbon propulsion means such as wind or use alternative fuels/energy.

Note: see Annex 3-A for definitions.

OR

5.5 For at least 75% of the vessels in the fleet,

Adopt an action plan demonstrating that either the average speed or engine settings will meet the parameters prescribed in Annex 3-F for maximum AVR speed. Demonstrate that engine efficiency optimization settings were defined and implemented (e.g., optimum for speed, load setting, number of running engines, etc.).

Note: See Annex 3-F.