Navigating Decarbonization in Maine Ports: Catalysts for Green Shipping Corridors

Maritime transportation plays a vital role in global trade and commerce but poses significant challenges to environmental sustainability due to its reliance on fossil fuels. This research will address the urgent need for decarbonization in marine ports and the establishment of green shipping corridors to mitigate emissions and enhance environmental sustainability. The research employs a multi-faceted approach, starting with a comprehensive literature review to understand current practices and challenges. Stakeholder engagement through survey questionnaires and interviews will capture diverse perspectives on decarbonization strategies and priorities. Analysis of stakeholder responses will yield valuable insights and inform evidence-driven strategies and policy recommendations. The expected outcomes include the identification of innovative technologies, best practices, and policy interventions to drive decarbonization efforts in marine ports. By fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange, the project aims to accelerate the transition to sustainable shipping practices and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The potential impact of the research extends beyond environmental benefits to include economic resilience, public health improvements, and community well-being. Ultimately, this research seeks to contribute to a more sustainable and resilient maritime transportation system, aligned with global efforts to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.

• Record URL:
  https://ncst.ucdavis.edu/project/navigating-decarbonization-maine-ports-catalysts-green-shipping-corridors

Language

• English

Project

• Status: Active
• Funding: $200000
• Contract Numbers:

  DOT 69A3552348319

  DOT 69A3552344814

• Sponsor Organizations:

  Office of the Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology

  University Transportation Centers Program
  Department of Transportation
  Washington, DC  United States  20590

  National Center for Sustainable Transportation

  University of California, Davis
  Davis, CA  United States 

  Texas Southern University, Houston

  3100 Cleburne Street
  Houston, TX  United States  77004
• Managing Organizations:

  National Center for Sustainable Transportation

  University of California, Davis
  Davis, CA  United States 

  University of California, Davis

  1 Shields Ave
  Davis, California  United States  95616

  Texas Southern University, Houston

  3100 Cleburne Street
  Houston, TX  United States  77004
• Project Managers:

  Cliff, Sydney

• Performing Organizations:

  National Center for Sustainable Transportation

  University of California, Davis
  Davis, CA  United States 

  Texas Southern University, Houston

  3100 Cleburne Street
  Houston, TX  United States  77004
• Principal Investigators:

  Azimi, Mehdi

  Yu, Lei

• Start Date: 20240901
• Expected Completion Date: 20250831
• Actual Completion Date: 0
• USDOT Program: University Transportation Centers

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Decarbonization; Environmental control; Greenhouse gases; Pollutants; Seaports; Shipping; Sustainable transportation
• Geographic Terms: Maine
• Subject Areas: Environment; Freight Transportation; Marine Transportation; Planning and Forecasting; Terminals and Facilities;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 01930277
• Record Type: Research project
• Source Agency: National Center for Sustainable Transportation
• Contract Numbers: DOT 69A3552348319, DOT 69A3552344814
• Files: UTC, RIP
• Created Date: Sep 15 2024 10:38PM