- Canada invests $30 million in Quebec’s green shipping projects to cut marine emissions.
- Funding will support electrification, shore power, and clean ship technologies.
- The Green Shipping Corridor Program aims to create sustainable maritime operations across Canada.
Canada’s ports are central to connecting communities and supporting economic growth. However, with visible climate change impacts, Canada is committed to a greener maritime economy, reducing port emissions, and creating sustainable supply chains, reports Canada.
Federal Investment in Quebec’s Green Shipping
The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, on behalf of Minister Anita Anand, announced $30 million in funding for three Quebec-based green shipping projects under the Green Shipping Corridor Program.
This funding will help lessen the environmental footprint of Canada’s marine sector.
Key Funding Initiatives
This funding will support:
- Electrifying cargo ships to minimize emissions.
- Shore power technology enables docked ships to use electricity instead of onboard fuel.
- Clean ship development, focusing on next-gen, low-emission ships for future operations.
Green Shipping Corridor Program Objectives
The Green Shipping Corridor Program aims to decarbonize Canada’s marine sector through partnerships with stakeholders, communities, and environmental organizations to promote sustainable maritime practices.
Investments in Quebec’s port operations are expected to boost job creation and economic growth in the maritime sector while ensuring cleaner air and water for residents. Canada is aligning maritime operations with climate resilience goals and sustainable growth.
Ministerial Statements
Minister Duclos emphasized the Port of Quebec’s economic importance and its role in connecting Canada to global markets.
Minister Anand highlighted that green technology investments are essential to building a greener economy for Quebecers and Canadians.
Quick Facts on the Green Shipping Corridor Program
The program, targeting decarbonization along Canada’s major waterways, aims to:
- Remove barriers to adopting low-emission technologies.
- Encourage partnerships to facilitate emission-reduction efforts.
- Reduce investment risks for adopting new marine technologies.
- Build capacity for vessel operators to transition to low-carbon technologies.
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