White House Releases Ocean Climate Action Plan
By Ian Gates In March, the Biden-Harris Administration released its Ocean Climate Action Plan (OCAP). This plan will connect the Administration’s climate goals and targets to agency actions in oceans.
Creating Coalitions for Sustainability
By Théo Fortin, International Association of Port Cities (AIVP) For 30 years, the AIVP has been accompanying port cities towards a more resilient, concerted, and sustainable future. With close to
Texas’ and America’s Ports Lead the Way
By Congressman Randy Weber (TX-14) In the 118th Congress, I will be honored to represent 7 ports in my congressional district, Texas’ Fourteenth. With more ports than any other Member
Clean School Bus Rebates Program Offers Clues for Port Electrification
By Ian Gansler The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), passed by Congress in August 2022, includes $3 billion to create a new grant and rebate program for port electrification and emissions
Positioning Ports to Counter Climate Change
By Congressman Alan, Lowenthal (CA-47) Once again, ports are rising to the top of the Congressional Agenda. The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act invested more than $17 billion in port
Partnering in POWERS will further strengthen the AAPA and Green Marine bond
By David Bolduc, President, Green Marine Green Marine commends the AAPA on launching the Port Opportunities with Energy, Resilience and Sustainability – a.k.a. POWERS – Program! This initiative emphasizing the
Resiliency Is Key to Protecting Seaports
By: National Stormwater Trust & Florida Ports Council Sunshine, beaches and low taxes often attract new residents and visitors to Florida, but this southern, peninsular state also receives some of
America’s Ports as Economic and Environmental Stewards: Port Electrification Opportunities & Challenges
By: Maria S. Bocanegra With Contribution from Nick LaPointe It is well established by now that the transportation sector accounts for 27% of greenhouse gas emissions.[1] As America moves toward
Lighting the Way in the 21st Century
Port of New Bedford Playing Leading Role in Offshore Wind Development By: John Regan With over 350 years of maritime history, it is no surprise that today New Bedford, Massachusetts,