The letter urges Buttigieg to implement a program of building a fleet of zero-emission vessels that will incorporate alternative (near-zero-carbon) fuel systems.
With its reliance on fuel-intensive transportation and expansive warehousing, the logistics industry needs to reduce its carbon footprint in order to ensure a sustainable future.
Rotor sails are still relatively rare for vessels, and the success of wind technologies in general will ultimately depend on whether they’re able to save shippers money.
Businesses are prioritizing agility, resiliency and sustainability, as they navigate rising transportation and freight costs, complexities in demand forecasting, and gaps in visibility.