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  • Guidelines for Contributing to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

    IMCA released an information note on the progress of the SDGs most relevant to our members.

    October 2024


    Information Note

    Other

  • United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) progress report

    Read our summary of the progress report published by the UN with indicators relevant to the marine and offshore sectors.

    July 2024


    Information Note

    Other

  • Marine Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG)

    Exploring the potential for Biodiversity Net Gain as a concept in the offshore industry, and sharing current best-practice and thinking.

    June 2024


    Information Note

    Other

  • Outcome of the 81st session of IMO’s Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) on GHG discussions

    IMCA updates Members on discussions at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) around its GHG Strategy.

    April 2024


    Information Note

    Other

    • Glossary

    • Foreword

    • Executive Summary

    • Introduction

    • Significant Environmental Aspects

      • Greenhouse Gas Emissions

      • Energy Management and Energy Efficiency

      • Life Below Water

      • Encouraging a Circular Economy, Waste Management and End-Of-Life Assets

      • Raising Awareness, Competence and Training

      • Engaging with the Supply Chain

      • Embracing Automation and Digitalisation and Associated Environmental Benefits

    • Measuring and Monitoring Industry Progress

    • Appendix 1 - Multi-Stakeholder Initiatives and Commitments

    • Appendix 2 - Key Environmental Aspects Found in Global Frameworks and Standards Where Illustrative KPIs Can Be Found

    • Appendix 3 - Carbon Intensity Indicator Proposed Proxies

    Date: Reason: Revision:
    Date:March 2024 Reason:Reviewed by the Environmental Sustainability Committee with relevant industry updates Revision:Rev. 1
    Date:May 2021 Reason:Initial publication Revision:Rev. 0
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