TecPlata, a subsidiary of International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI) in Argentina, has become the first port in the country to achieve carbon-neutral certification, reports container news.
Carbon footprint reduction
This certification highlights TecPlata’s dedication to reducing its carbon footprint by promoting responsible resource management and offsetting unavoidable emissions through certified carbon credits, which contribute to the development of renewable energy projects. The company will have its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions monitored annually.
Sustainability initiatives
TecPlata’s achievement is part of its broader sustainability initiatives, which include waste management, efficient water use, and emission reduction efforts. The certification process adhered to international standards set by the GHG Protocol and ISO14064-1, with guidance from Carbon Neutral+.
This certification aligns with the ICTSI Group’s decarbonization goals, which aim for a greener, cleaner future while fostering innovation and growth opportunities. ICTSI’s global mission includes making a positive impact on partner communities through environmental and social development programs.
TecPlata is now the fifth terminal within the ICTSI Group to reach carbon neutrality, following Contecon Guayaquil in Ecuador, Contecon Manzanillo in Mexico, Rio Brasil Terminal, and Tecon Suape in Brazil.
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Source: Containernews
