Fostering Sustainable LNG Bunkering Operations: Development of Regulatory Framework

Bernard Vuskovic (), Igor Rudan and Matthew Sumner
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Bernard Vuskovic: Faculty of Maritime Studies, University of Rijeka, 51000 Rijeka, Croatia
Igor Rudan: Faculty of Maritime Studies, University of Rijeka, 51000 Rijeka, Croatia
Matthew Sumner: Faculty of Maritime Studies, University of Rijeka, 51000 Rijeka, Croatia

Sustainability, 2023, vol. 15, issue 9, 1-12

Abstract: Liquefied natural gas (LNG) is a liquid form of natural gas, predominantly composed of methane, that has emerged as a promising alternative to traditional hydrocarbon fuels in the maritime transportation sector due to its lower greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. As the world shifts towards renewable energy sources, LNG is increasingly recognized as a bridge fuel that can help mitigate global warming. However, the production and use of LNG can result in methane emissions, which have a higher global warming potential than carbon dioxide. To address this issue, competent authorities aim to develop regulatory frameworks to reduce the potential environmental impact of LNG and promote its use as a cleaner fuel in the maritime sector. We used a systematic approach to selecting and synthesizing the sources relevant to the LNG bunkering process to provide an overview of the current state of regulations, standards, guidance, and trends in LNG bunkering to minimize the potential adverse environmental impacts.

Keywords: LNG; LNG bunkering; GHG emissions; alternative fuels; regulations (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: O13 Q Q0 Q2 Q3 Q5 Q56 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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