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Shipping is targeting zero emissions. Here’s how an industry coalition plans to help

Roughly 90% of global trade is carried by shipping, making decarbonization of the sector difficult — but essential.

Roughly 90% of global trade is carried by shipping, making decarbonization of the sector difficult — but essential. Image: REUTERS/Lucy Nicholson/File Photo

Nancy Gillis
Programme Head, Climate Action & First Movers Coalition, World Economic Forum
Ingrid Irigoyen
Director, Aspen Shipping Decarbonization Initiative; President and CEO, ZEMBA
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ZEMBA’s multi-step process was designed to get cargo owners the best deal on zero-emission shipping services.
ZEMBA’s multi-step process was designed to get cargo owners the best deal on zero-emission shipping services. Image: ZEMBA

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