In a recent article based on research from the Tyndall Centre at The University of Manchester, concerns are raised about the need for substantial reductions in shipping emissions in the current decade. The existing 2019 plan is criticized for its strong rhetoric but lack of robust policy and target development, says an article published on msn website.
Summary
- The UK government plans to refresh the Clean Maritime Plan (CMP) by the end of 2023, which researchers stress is critical for effectively reducing shipping emissions.
- The International Maritime Organisation (IMO) strategy introduces ‘checkpoint’ and ‘strive’ targets for international shipping emissions. Researchers align ‘strive’ targets of 30% reductions by 2030 and 80% by 2040 with the 1.5°C limit.
- Researchers emphasize the urgency of climate action and call for prioritizing emission cuts in this decade.
- Five key criteria for a successful government strategy are outlined, including ambitious domestic targets, incorporation of international shipping emissions, economic instruments like tax cuts for cleaner energy, implementation of shore power, and support for wind propulsion technologies.
Critical CMP Refresh
The UK government plans to refresh the Clean Maritime Plan (CMP) by the end of 2023. Researchers stress the critical nature of this update for effectively reducing shipping emissions and call for a comprehensive and strengthened approach.
IMO Targets And Paris Agreement Alignment
The International Maritime Organisation (IMO) strategy introduces ‘checkpoint’ and ‘strive’ targets for international shipping emissions. Researchers find ‘checkpoint’ targets insufficient but align ‘strive’ targets of 30% reductions by 2030 and 80% by 2040 with the 1.5°C limit.
Urgency Of Emission Cuts
Emphasizing the urgency of climate action, researchers stress that any delay in cutting emissions further would jeopardize compatibility with the 1.5°C goal, calling for prioritizing emission cuts in this decade.
Five Criteria For Success
Researchers outline five key criteria for a successful government strategy, including ambitious domestic targets, incorporation of international shipping emissions, economic instruments like tax cuts for cleaner energy, implementation of shore power, and support for wind propulsion technologies.
Wind Propulsion And Emission Reduction
Highlighting wind propulsion as a viable solution, researchers recommend priority funding and policy support for wind propulsion technology systems. Their research indicates that such technologies can cut emissions by around 20%.
Call To Action
University of Manchester experts conclude by emphasizing the urgency of tackling climate change and call for the UK’s maritime strategy, through the CMP refresh, to set clear targets for 2030, expand coverage to include international emissions, implement strong economic instruments, and support wind and shore power technologies. They believe this approach would position the UK as a global leader in Clean Maritime.
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Source: MSN
