Five EU countries strengthen carbon capture and storage bonds with new declaration, paving the way for Europe’s CCUS market

Five countries have taken steps to build closer cooperation within the European Union on carbon capture and storage by signing a declaration.

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Apple Promotes Maritime Transportation in its “Mother Nature” Ad

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Apple releases “Mother Nature” ad, touts maritime shipping, states a Shipit Zero news source.

Apple’s “Mother Nature” ad

Apple released a “Mother Nature” ad touting its 2020 promise to bring its entire carbon footprint to net zero by 2030. The ad shows the Apple environmental team giving Mother Nature a status report. In one moment, an Apple team member says, “I’m proud to report that we’re shipping more products by ocean rather than air, which reduces transportation...

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‘Virtual’ And ‘Just In Time’ Arrivals Make Shipping Industry More Emission Resilient!

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Singapore-based BW LPG goes about its business differently than many shipowners. If during a vessel’s passage it becomes clear that a berth won’t be free upon arrival at port, the ship will simply slow down so it shows up when there’s room. By not being forced to wait for days or weeks at a time, fuel is saved and emissions avoided — since these massive ships can’t just power down at anchor. Last year, the strategy equated to more than 500 metric tonnes of unburned...

https://mfame.guru/virtual-and-just-in-time-arrivals-make-shipping-industry-more-emission-resilient/

Sustainable and Inclusive Growth: Week 26 Briefing

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A lack of raw resources could impede the growth of electric vehicles. Briefing Note #26 for December 15, 2022,  as reported by McKinsey.

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A lack of essential resources could make it harder to embrace electric cars (EVs). Future EV demand may be challenging to satisfy if a sufficient supply of components like nickel and battery-grade lithium isn’t available. This week’s report from McKinsey examines potential EV manufacturing process...

https://mfame.guru/sustainable-and-inclusive-growth-week-26-briefing/

Novatek And Rosatom Sign A Decarbonization Agreement

  • Russian LNG producer Novatek and compatriot state nuclear energy firm Rosatom have signed a memorandum of understanding to cooperate in decarbonization.
  • Purchasing the green energy would help Novatek to reduce the carbon footprint of its products in accordance with international standards.

A recent news article published in the LNG Prime states that Novatek, Rosatom ink decarbonization deal.

Ust-Luga gas condensate fractionation and transshipment complex

Under the deal, Novatek’s units and in...

https://mfame.guru/novatek-and-rosatom-sign-a-decarbonization-agreement/

Air cargo sector plays bigger role in CO2 emission reductions

A large cargo jet getting refueled by a truck at the airport.

The air cargo industry is doing its part to help airlines achieve their collective goal of net-zero emissions by 2050 but leaders are looking for more support from governments, starting at this week’s gathering of international aviation regulators in Montreal. 

The International Air Transport Association on Wednesday called on the International Civil Aviation Organization to endorse the industry’s decarbonization road map and to agree on coordinated policy measures to incentivize production of...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/air-cargo-sector-plays-bigger-role-in-co2-emission-reductions

How much longer will being the ‘first woman’ CEO matter?

Cummins leadership transition announcement press conference

Jennifer Rumsey was the first female chief technology officer and first president and chief operating officer at Cummins Inc. Next week, she will become the $24 billion engine maker and power distribution company’s first female CEO. She is just the seventh in the company’s 103 years.
Should gender still matter or be mentioned in such appointments? Female leaders are becoming more common in corporate America. And yet …

“The unfortunate reality is it is still newsworthy because I’m the first woman....

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/how-much-longer-will-being-the-first-woman-ceo-matter

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