Impact Of Ports On The

Environment
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What Is Happening In Ports That Damages The Environment?

● Air Pollution

● Water Pollution

● Habitat Destruction

● Noise Pollution
What are the consequences?
● Human Health Consequences

● Environmental Consequences

● Economic Consequences

● Legal Consequences

● Reputation Consequences
Evaluation
● Considering that ports are frequently situated in or close to coastal areas, which
are some of the most ecologically diverse and productive ecosystems on the world,
the environmental effect of ports is particularly problematic. These habitats and the
animals that depend on them may suffer serious repercussions as a result of the harm
caused by port activity.
● Although their effect is particularly problematic I think there are things that at
the moment impact the environment much more that should be immediately dealt
with, this doesn’t mean dealing with the port problem wouldn’t help the environment.
The Port of Trieste Example
● In order to encourage the use of renewable energy, the Port of Trieste has put in
place a shore-to-ship power connection that enables ships to connect to the power
grid while in port and thereby reduce emissions. This encourages the usage of
renewable energy while lowering the consumption of fossil fuels.

● Waste Management and Supporting Environmental Research

Vancouver Example
● https://www.portvancouver.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/healthy_ecosystem_pot
ential_impacts_table_04-9.pdf