shore power

Container vessels are expected to use auxiliary engines while in port this week to help California’s struggling electric system cope with extreme heat.

IMO 2020 and new amendments have the potential to further lower emissions for maritime freight. Carriers are using low-emission fuels, scrubbers and shore-to-ship power.

California is proposing to require more ships, including tankers and roll-on, roll-off vessels to use shore power when docked.