Port Of Long Beach Marks 20 Years Of Green Leadership

As part of its yearlong celebration of “20 Years of Leading Green,” the Port of Long Beach has released the Green Port Progress Report, showcasing two decades of pioneering sustainability in global goods movement since the launch of its Green Port Policy in 2005.

A Legacy of Clean Growth

Since adopting the Green Port Policy, the Port has achieved remarkable environmental milestones while increasing cargo throughput by 20%. Key air pollutant reductions include:

• 92% decrease in diesel particulate matter

• 71% decrease in nitrogen oxides

• 98% decrease in sulfur oxides

Innovative Programs and Environmental Leadership

The report details landmark initiatives such as:

• Clean Air Action Plan (updated jointly with Port of Los Angeles in 2017)

• Zero-emissions equipment trials and deployments

• Green building practices and clean energy development

• Water and habitat restoration programs

Pathway to a Zero-Emissions Future

Current and future zero-emissions projects include:

• Electric truck charging stations

• Shore power expansion

• Hydrogen fueling infrastructure

• Zero-emission locomotive charging systems

Despite challenges like technology readiness and infrastructure needs, the Port continues to lead by example in decarbonizing maritime logistics.

Community Impact

Beyond port operations, the Port of Long Beach has allocated $65 million to its Community Grants Program, supporting projects that improve environmental health for nearby communities.

Over the past two decades, the Port of Long Beach has demonstrated that ports can be engines of growth and stewards of the environment. Its Green Port Policy laid the groundwork for global leadership in sustainable port operations, and its latest Progress Report reflects a commitment to continuous innovation and collaboration.

As international regulations tighten and climate action intensifies, Long Beach is poised to remain a trailblazer in building the green, resilient, and inclusive supply chains of the future.