The United States and the United Kingdom have joined forces to develop green shipping corridors aimed at combating climate change. These corridors will act as routes connecting multiple ports and will showcase the latest zero-emission and near-zero-emission fuels and technologies for the shipping sector. The ultimate objective is to completely eliminate greenhouse gas emissions from these corridors by 2050 at the latest. The US Department of Energy, alongside the Departments of State and Department for Transport, and the UK Government’s Department for Transport, are leading this initiative. They have released Requests for Information (RFIs) to gather insights from maritime stakeholders including ports, shippers, and fuel producers.
This collaborative effort aligns with previous commitments made by both nations, including the Clydebank Declaration in 2021 and the Green Shipping Challenge in 2022. The maritime sector currently contributes around 3% of global emissions, making it a key focus for climate action. Michael Berube, the DOE Assistant Minister for Sustainable Transport and Fuels, emphasized that the establishment of green shipping corridors between the US and the UK is a step towards a clean future for global maritime transport.
Interested stakeholders are urged to participate by submitting feedback electronically before September 29, 2023.
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