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Philippines Pilots Electric and Hybrid Ferries for Cleaner Sea Routes

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 22
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The government is planning to pilot electric and hybrid ferries for sea travel in the Philippines. The Maritime Industry Authority is looking at electric ferries for the Iloilo-Bacolod route and hybrid vessels for the Batangas-Calapan route. This initiative is part of a push toward cleaner and more sustainable transportation.

From philstar.com

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The shift aims to reduce fuel consumption, carbon emissions, and operational expenses for shipping companies. Currently, 300 of the estimated 4,000 inter-island ferries account for about 86 percent of carbon dioxide emissions.

The government is investing in infrastructure specifically aimed at promoting cleaner transportation.

From philstar.com

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  • PhilippinesThe geopolitical state where the new transportation mandate is being implemented.
  • Maritime Industry AuthorityThe government agency planning and regulating the pilot tests for new ferry technology.

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