NSW Ports has achieved Net Zero Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions following a multi-year program to decarbonize its direct operations.
The milestone, independently verified, is detailed in the organization’s newly released FY25 Sustainability Report.
Since 2022, NSW Ports has implemented initiatives across its sites at Port Botany, Port Kembla, and the Enfield Intermodal Logistics Centre to achieve Net Zero Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by FY25, including:
- Two Power Purchase Agreements to source renewable energy from wind farms for all directly managed electricity consumption.
- Two major solar installations at the Enfield Intermodal Logistics Centre registered with the Clean Energy Regulator, producing Large-Scale Generation Certificates to offset grid electricity recharged by tenants.
- Energy reduction measures including lighting upgrades, HVAC optimization, and equipment automation across directly managed assets.
- Retirement of most internal combustion engine utility vehicles in favor of electric, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid model.
- Offset of minimal unavoidable residual emissions using high-quality Australian Carbon Credit Units, representing only 1.5% of total FY21 baseline GHG emissions.
CEO Marika Calfas stated the Net Zero achievement reflects organization-wide commitment to delivering initiatives outlined in NSW Ports’ 2022-2025 Sustainability Strategy and Master Plan, including sustainable asset management.
Lighting upgrades and HVAC optimization alone reduced our electricity usage by 16% at Port Botany, 10% at Port Kembla, and 45% at Enfield Intermodal Logistics Centre.
Additional highlights in this year’s Sustainability Report include development and implementation of the Supplier Code of Conduct, inaugural Community Boat Tours, and ongoing infrastructure investment to increase freight movement efficiency.
