International > Maritime biofuels risk causing environmental disaster, warn green groups

Maritime biofuels risk causing environmental disaster, warn green groups

Published 00:01 on February 17, 2025  /  Last updated at 09:48 on February 14, 2025  / /  International, Shipping

A group of 69 environmental NGOs have urged the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to cast off biofuels for decarbonising the shipping industry because of their potential impact on ecosystems and communities, as key talks kick off on Monday to address the sector's climate impact.
A group of 69 environmental NGOs have urged the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to cast off biofuels for decarbonising the shipping industry because of their potential impact on ecosystems and communities, as key talks kick off on Monday to address the sector's climate impact.


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