Shifting from fossil fuels to ammonia represents a significant opportunity for the shipping industry to reduce carbon dioxide emissions, yet this transition must be approached cautiously to avoid increasing harmful nitrogen pollution.
Experts are sounding the alarm on this issue. “That’s a major alarm bell that’s ringing,” states a researcher from the University of Maryland.
With tens of thousands of vessels navigating the world’s oceans, the shipping sector contributes approximately 3 percent of global CO2 emissions, utilizing over 300 million tons of fuel annually. Ensuring a sustainable shift to ammonia is crucial for minimizing environmental impact while achieving emissions reduction goals.
