The Financial Times reporters Anjli Raval and Josh Spero provide an informative article on pollution resulting from ocean shipping and the changes underway with industry leaders to address the growing issue.
How Long Beach And Los Angeles Work Together To Create Safer, Greener Ports
According to Pierce Nahigyan, Staff Writer for the Long Beach Business Journal, although the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles actively compete for trade, they are committed to working together on issues impact surrounding communities. Their environmental partnershipdates back decades and the relationship took a major leap forward in 2005, when the ports’ leadership developed the Clean Air Action Plan (CAAP).
Environmental Health Hazards Impacting The City Of Long Beach
When it comes to air quality, Long Beach and Los Angeles County rank among the most polluted areas in the nation. According to the 2019 “State of the Air” report released by the American Lung Association (ALA) last month, Southern California residents “face the most challenging air pollution levels in the United States.”
Tags: Emissions, Air Quality, Pollution, Ports
The Ports of LA/Long Beach Release Latest “Clean Truck” Goals Report
The final document incorporates public comment, which reflects the views of a wide and diverse group of constituents.
Tags: Technology, California, Clean Diesel, Ports
Federal Govt Transport Policy Needed for West Coast Ports, Say Executive Directors
In statements made at the recent “Ports & Terminals” luncheon in Oakland, two prominent port executives maintain that continued government support for maritime industry clean air efforts and infrastructure development remains a priority.
Tags: California, Regulation, Ports