As environmental concerns continue to rise, fleet operators are increasingly focussed on how to reduce environmental impact and demonstrating their commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles. This shift is not only driven by the growing expectations of their charter customers, but also by the opportunities to benefit from emissions trading schemes. However, to effectively reduce emissions, fleet operators must first be able to accurately measure them.
The maritime industry, a significant contributor to global emissions, faces increasing pressure to adopt cleaner practices. To take meaningful steps towards reducing emissions, operators need precise data on the pollutants their vessels are emitting. This is where BareFLEET comes in – offering an affordable and comprehensive solution for measuring harmful emissions, such as CO2, methane, NOx, SOx, and more.
AST Reygars BareFLEET system is designed to make emissions measurement accessible and reliable for all types of vessels, with the aim to reduce environmental impact. The system achieves this by mapping measurements of fuel burn, engine load, torque, and RPM to engine emissions test data. This approach allows BareFLEET to calculate emissions across different running conditions, providing an accurate and real-time overview of a vessel’s environmental footprint.
A convenient feature of BareFLEET is its ability to report CO2e (equivalent) emissions. This metric encompasses the combined effect of all harmful greenhouse gases, offering operations a single, comprehensible emissions figure. By understanding the overall impact of their fleet, operators can make informed decisions, based on accurate real-time data, to reduce their environmental impact.
BareFLEET’s emissions reporting isn’t limited to conventional marine engines burning diesel fuel. The system is versatile, capable of reporting emissions for a range of propulsion technologies, including Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO), hybrid systems, and other alternative fuels. This flexibility ensures that operators can monitor and manage their emissions, regardless of the technology powering their vessels and reduce environmental impact.
One of the most valuable aspects of BareFLEET is its robust and reliable reporting capabilities. The system can generate emissions reports on a daily, monthly, or annual basis, for each vessel in the fleet. Moreover, emissions reports can be broken down on a per-activity basis, allowing operators to pinpoint the emissions associated with specific operations – whether it’s a Crew Transfer Vessel (CTV), transit, or tow assist by a tugboat.
In an environmentally conscious landscape, the ability to accurately measure and report emissions is not just a regulatory requirement, but also a competitive advantage. BareFLEET empowers fleet operators to meet these demands head-on and reduce environmental impact, providing the tools needed to reduce emissions, optimise operations, and enhance ESG credentials. With BareFLEET, operators are not only safeguarding the environment, but also securing the future sustainability of their operations.
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