The Port of Long Beach (POLB) continues its campaign to tackle air pollution related to cargo operations, with emissions down across the board in 2023 as activity returned to pre-pandemic levels, according to the latest audit of emissions from port operations.
The Port’s annual emissions inventory report found that since 2005, diesel particulates are down 92%, nitrogen oxides have decreased 71%, and sulfur oxides are 98% lower, all while container volume have increased by 20%.
Since 2017, according to the report, proactive actions by port-related operators in addition to evolving government regulations aiming for cleaner transportation continue to make operations greener and together have driven down diesel emissions by 22%, nitrogen oxides by 34%, sulfur oxides by 20% and GHGs 2%.
Harbor Commission President Bonnie Lowenthal expressed his satisfaction about the progress and maintenance of a steadfast commitment to ensuring that operations always use the cleanest equipment and most sustainable practices.
Port of Long Beach CEO Mario Cordero added that the ultimate goal is to be an emissions-free port.
