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Port of Vancouver Sees "Significant" Emissions Reduction Since 2010
The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority says its recently released Port Emissions Inventory Report indicates that, despite an increase in traffic through the Port of Vancouver, air pollutant emissions have decreased "significantly" since 2010.
The port authority says the emission reductions are result of stronger regulation and investment in technology.
"Sustainability has always been a part of our federal mandate, and a consistent theme driving us to create a better port," said Duncan Wilson, vice president of corporate social responsibility at the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority.
"We are committed to protecting air quality and minimising greenhouse gas emissions, and we have undertaken a number of initiatives to support that goal."
While total greenhouse gas emissions are forecast to continue to increase with growth in trade, the results of the emissions inventory is said to reaffirm progress that has been made in reducing air pollutant emissions.
"Climate change is an important issue for the port and transportation industry, as it is for Canada," said Wilson.
"As stewards of Canada's largest port, we recognize the leadership role we must play in facilitating emission reductions, and will continue to work closely with government, industry and port users to address greenhouse gas emissions."
