KUP 46: Awareness of importance of proactive measures to protect the marine environment

Learning objective:
1. Develop an understanding of the significance of proactive measures to protect the marine environment by identifying key environmental threats.
2. Demonstrating knowledge of sustainable practices that reduce human impact on marine ecosystems.
3. Be able to explain the importance of early intervention and consistent protective actions in preserving marine biodiversity and resources for future generations.

Content

Sulfur Oxides (SOx) and Particulate Matter

General Requirements:

1. The sulfur content of fuel oil used on board ships must not exceed the following limits:
   • 4.50% m/m before January 1, 2012,
   • 3.50% m/m from January 1, 2012, and
   • 0.50% m/m from January 1, 2020.
2. The global average sulfur content of residual fuel oil supplied for use on board ships shall be monitored in accordance with guidelines developed by the organization.
3. When ships operate in an emission control area, the sulfur content of the fuel oil used on board must not exceed the following limits:   1.50% m/m before July 1, 2010,
     1.00% m/m from July 1, 2010, and
     0.10% m/m from January 1, 2015.

Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI)

• Establishes energy efficiency requirements for new ships.
• Stimulates technical development such as more efficient engines, hulls, and other energy-saving technologies.
• Allows for the comparison of ships that can carry the same cargo, facilitating market adaptation.

Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan (SEEMP)

1. Measures to improve efficiency:
   • A list of energy-efficient measures, implementation mechanisms, goals, and improvement strategies.
2. Monitoring and control of EEOI:
   • An operational indicator used as a measuring instrument for efficiency improvement.
3. Improvement plan:
   • A detailed plan outlining strategies for ongoing improvement in energy efficiency.

Recommendation

Website: The Ocean Conservancy (www.oceanconservancy.org)
Offers a variety of resources on marine protection, including reports, research papers, and action-oriented content.

Reference

1. MARPOL Annex VI and the Act To Prevent Pollution From Ships (APPS). https://www.epa.gov/enforcement/marpol-annex-vi-and-act-prevent-pollution-ships-apps

2. Dr Zabi Bazari, REMPEC Consultant. National Workshop (virtual) on Ratification and Effective Implementation of MARPOL Annex VI for Algeria, 26 November 2020.