Oakland, Yokohama Ports Commit to Green Shipping Corridor

Oakland, Yokohama Ports Commit to Green Shipping Corridor

The Port of Oakland and the Port of Yokohama in Japan have signed a Green Shipping Corridor Memorandum of Understanding that allows both seaports to further their efforts to decarbonize the trade route between them, the Northern California port announced Oct. 20. Both ports are expected to discuss ways to lower emissions through the development of low carbon and zero-emissions cargo handling equipment and vehicles, as well as fuel alternatives. The ports have a history of partnership that dates back to May 2, 1980, when they first became sister ports. Oakland is a major gateway for Asia, especially Japan, the…
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Port of Oakland, Japanese Officials Discuss Decarbonization Efforts

Port of Oakland, Japanese Officials Discuss Decarbonization Efforts

Port of Oakland leaders strengthened ties with major trading partner Japan and their joint efforts to green seaport operations during a recent meeting with officials from the Japanese Ministry and the California State Transportation Agency (CalSTA). The meeting, revealed by the port on May 5, builds on a March clean energy trade mission to Japan that included the Port of Oakland, which sends 16% of its exports to Japan. On that mission, officials shared ways to address climate change, bolster green energy efforts and develop new investment and trade opportunities. Japan is said to be working toward making all its…
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