Cruise firm Carnival Corporation has joined the Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping (MMMCZCS), reads an official news release.
The centre’s aims closely align with Carnival’s own goal of net-zero emissions for its ship operations by 2050, the cruise company said in an emailed statement.
Pathway to decarbonization
Carnival has been a significant early adopter of LNG bunkering, with 11 LNG-fuelled ships joining its fleet by 2025. The firm is also investigating biofuels, large-scale batteries and fuel cells, as well as equipping more than 45% of its fleet with shore power connections, it said.
“Carnival Corporation remains focused on its commitment and efforts to establish a pathway to decarbonization, as part of its longer-term sustainability plan and vision,” the company said in the statement.
Carbon slash of 40% by 2030
The company said, “This includes goals and aspirations for 2030 and beyond that are guided by six critical sustainability focus areas, including climate action; circular economy; sustainable tourism; good health and well-being; diversity, equity and inclusion; and biodiversity and conservation.”
“Among these priorities, the company and its brands have committed to reducing carbon emission intensity by 40% by 2030 and have long-term aspirations to achieve net carbon-neutral ship operations by 2050,” the statement said.
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Source: Carnival Corporation
