Source : Transport & Environment :: Campaigning for sustainable transport in Europe

Shipping has become the first industry to agree a global carbon dioxide reduction strategy. This monthÂ’s vote at the International Maritime Organisation approved the establishment of an Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI) for new ships. T&E welcomed the decision, but says it cannot be seen as a solution on its own, especially because the EEDI will take many years to be truly effective [..]