THE PORT of Melbourne has announced its intention to achieve net-zero scope 1 and 2 carbon dioxide emissions for port operations by 2030.
The port said it would source 100% of the electricity needed for its business operations from renewables. It will also transition its corporate vehicle fleet and marine survey vessel to electric or zero-emissions fuel technologies.
Port of Melbourne CEO Saul Cannon said Port of Melbourne is supportive of Victoria and Australia’s transition to net zero emissions.
“Port of Melbourne is committed to managing the risks and opportunities arising from climate change to ensure the long-term sustainability of the port and the ongoing resilience of our assets,” Mr Cannon said.
Port of Melbourne said it is measuring Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions to understand its climate impact and inform its decarbonisation roadmap.
“As well as committing to net zero emissions for our own operations, we are well placed to support the efforts of our stakeholders to progress decarbonisation efforts across the port supply chain,” Mr Cannon said.
“Our focus on sustainability is core to our purpose and strategy, and critical to our future success.” he said.
“We’re engaging with our stakeholders to reduce Scope 3 emissions and facilitate decarbonisation across the port supply chain,” he said.
Scope 1 refers to emissions generated from things a company owns or controls. Scope 2 refers to indirect emissions from the creation of energy used in a company’s operations. And scope 3 emissions are those produced by a company’s customers, or those produced by suppliers.
