Tag: Emissions

Minister Sarbananda Sonowal announces achievements of Indian ports under Sagarmala initiative in 2020-21. Record-breaking 795 million tonnes of cargo handled, with a 10.4% year-on-year growth. Digitally driven initiatives like LP-Marine & Sagar-Setu to make operations efficient. Hydrogen bunkering to develop necessary infrastructure. FICCI-CRISIL Paper on creating sustainable ports with focus on technology launched by Sonowal.

Noise pollution in the oceans is a serious problem as it not just affects marine life but also the climate. Engineers are now introducing looped blades propellers that reduce noise pollution and boost efficiency. Sharrow Marine, founded by Greg Sharrow, is currently selling loop-based propellers to recreational boaters, and the shipping industry is exploring alternative fuel sources to reduce emissions and consumption.

Organizations need to embrace sustainability to survive in the 21st century. Investing in modernizing existing infrastructure helps to reduce operational costs, create growth opportunities, and promote environmental and social objectives. Data management modernization can even reduce reliance on physical data stores and make better use of resources. To make sustainability strategies successful, organizations should create a culture that supports continuous modernization and have a data-driven assessment of existing applications.