DP World Slashes Port GHGs with Carbon Offset Initiative
DP World is taking bold steps to reduce carbon emissions through its Carbon Inset Programme Trial (CIPT) in the UK.
Operational at significant logistics hubs such as London Gateway and Southampton, this programme is a continuation of the company's Modal Shift Programme, renowned for its impact in shifting freight transport modes towards more sustainable options.
How does it work?
The CIPT offers a pragmatic way for importers to earn carbon credits, helping them lower their emissions.
Under this initiative, each loaded import container processed through DP World UK terminals earns the importer 50kg of CO₂e in carbon credits.
These credits, issued every quarter, are independently verified and provide a tangible acknowledgment of the companies' efforts to curb Scope 3 emissions, which refer to indirect emissions that occur in a company’s value chain.
“By providing easy access to an independently-certified inset programme, we aim to create better awareness and encourage the adoption of more sustainable practices.
"By participating in the trial, a world first, import cargo owners can actively contribute to global decarbonisation efforts while aligning with their own sustainability goals.”
The critical role of ports in sustainability
Ports and shipping, by nature, are significant contributors to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, which pose health risks to individuals and communities.
In 2018 alone, ships at EU and EEA ports generated 140 million tonnes of CO₂ emissions.
These emissions, including toxic pollutants like sulphur dioxide and nitrogen dioxide from ship engines, contribute to several health problems such as heart and lung diseases, increased cancer risk and respiratory issues.
The urgency to slash these emissions is evident, and if unmitigated, shipping emissions could constitute up to 17% of global carbon dioxide emissions by 2050, thus jeopardising the aims of the Paris Agreement.
However, if half of the import volume participates in the CIPT at DP World's UK ports, projections suggest a replacement of over 11,000 tonnes of traditional fossil fuels with greener marine fuels, potentially reducing CO₂ emissions by 10,000 tonnes.
DP World's sustainability vision
DP World embeds sustainability into its operations reflecting its 'Our World, Our Future' strategy and aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Its comprehensive approach encompasses tackling climate change with a target to reach net-zero GHG emissions by 2050, implementing smart technologies, conserving water, impacting communities positively and forming global partnerships to amplify their sustainability initiatives.
DP World's comprehensive strategy not only helps its customers meet sustainability objectives but also benefits the broader logistics sector and environment.
Through the CIPT, DP World is reinforcing its dedication to enhancing the sustainability of global trade and the health of our planet.
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