Ferries emit ‘more sulphur pollution than cars’ in several EU capitals
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A new analysis by Transport & Environment (T&E) reveals that ferries emit more sulphur pollution than cars in several European capitals and port cities. The study, focusing on 13 of Europe's 15 largest port cities including Dublin, Helsinki, and Stockholm, found that sulphur oxides (SOx) emissions from ferries exceed those from road vehicles. These emissions, which form harmful particles, pose a significant health risk to residents of these cities. T&E suggests that electrifying ferries, especially those operating near densely populated ports, is a feasible and cost-effective solution to reduce pollution. The analysis considered existing emission controls, which have already led to a 70% drop in sulphur emissions since 2014, and the potential for further reductions through electrification.
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