BC Ferries leading there way to achieve sustainability
BC Ferries in support of British Columbia’s clean BC plan to meet climate target by 2030.
The Clean Future plan started in 2019. BC Ferries is very much determined to evaluate all the option which can help reduce GHG emission to help with there commitment to maintain a safe and reliable system. Company have invested in such initiatives which can reduce GHG emission that have passed their evaluation of risk, cost as well as environmental benefits. Company is continuously monitoring climate action which are taken by other operator to get other perspective. In short, they are on the path that is based on carefully selected approach.
“BC Ferries has already identified main five key areas of the action that we believe will be key to reduce emission. We are motivated to evaluate these options for the best fit and value for both short and medium to long-term applications”, says Jill Sharland, BC Ferries’s President and chief executive Officer.
BC Ferries is reducing its environmental impact by using cleaner fuels, electric ferries also some new technology. After successful trials, we are expanding biodiesel and renewable diesel while introducing renewable natural gas for some vessels. We are also investing in battery electric ferries and charging stations to cut fossil fuel use. Our teams work to improve routes, to reduce delays to save energy. We are upgrading hull coatings, adding emissions-reduction kits, and using automated docking systems. By 2029, we will replace old vessels with energy-efficient designs that lower emissions by 75% per nautical mile.
BC Ferries commits to reducing its GHG emissions by at least 27% below 2008 levels by 2030.
BC Ferries believes their numerous opportunities and options to achieve its objectives. Ours strategy prioritizes safety and reliability, and we want to earn passenger’s trust by offering affordable fares and gradually achieving our GHG emissions reduction targets. We want to be transparent and address unanswered questions while implementing sustainability and cleaner operations for our coastal ferry system. With the help of innovation and the steps of sustainability for its operation, BC Ferries are dedicated to deliver safe and reliable transportation while protecting environment.
How can you support for BC Ferries Green Initiative?
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