Ports Initiative Workgroup Report:

Recommendations for the US EPA

Mobile Sources Technical Review Subcommittee Port Initiative Workgroup

September 2016

EPA asked the Mobile Sources Technical Review Subcommittee Port Initiative Workgroup for recommendations on (1) how to effectively measure air quality and GHG performance of ports and/or terminals within ports, and (2) design elements for an EPA-led voluntary program to improve environmental performance as goods and passengers move through ports. While the Ports Initiative Workgroup’s recommendations focus on addressing air quality and GHG emissions, the Workgroup noted the opportunity for a comprehensive sustainable ports initiative that could eventually address all environmental media and balance and enhance environmental, social and economic outcomes.