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Long Beach Signs 'Green Pact'
Environmental accord with terminal operator to foster exchange
The Port of Long Beach and terminal operator China Merchants Holdings International signed a comprehensive environmental exchange agreement to add and improve "green" technologies and practices on both sides of the Pacific Ocean.
"This agreement recognizes that we are not only partners in trade, but partners in ideas and solutions that safeguard our environment and ensure a sustainable future for our seaports," said Nick Sramek, Port of Long Beach board of harbor commissioners president, who signed the accord in Qingdao while on a trade mission with other Port officials.
"We are grateful and honored to have a major player like China Merchants as a partner in our environmental efforts," Sramek said.
The Port of Long Beach has additional green accords with the Port of Rotterdam, Yantian International Container Terminals in China and a group of ports in Mexico.
"Stepping into a new phase of development, this agreement signifies that CMHI is determined to build a sustainable company and environment through our strategic green port policies," said Liu Yunshu, executive director cum deputy general manager of CMHI. "It is also our honor to have Port of Long Beach as a partner to advance a dialogue on green port initiatives and practices."
The port and the terminal operator will collaborate on environmental issues such as marine wildlife, air quality, soils and sediments, water quality, sustainability and community engagement. The accord covers the exchange of technical information on improving air quality, the establishment of joint delegations to study port emissions and pollutants, and the ongoing development of control measures and best practices surrounding port and urban sustainability policies.
Source: http://www.joc.com/node/414816
Sea-Tac Recognized as Best "Green" Concessions Among Airports in North America
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport took first place for the Best "Green" Concessions Practice award among airports in North America. The honor was announced during the 2009 Airports Council International - North America Concessions Conference in Indianapolis, at which roughly 200 representatives of North American airport concessions industry are in attendance. Sea-Tac was also awarded second place for Best Convenience Retail Program.
"We are thrilled to be recognized by our airport peers for our integrated recycling, composting and food bank program" said Mark Reis, Managing Director, Sea-Tac Airport. "The airport concessionaires and staff have worked tirelessly to divert recyclable and compostable materials from landfills and thereby reducing waste, feeding the needy and helping lead our region and the airport industry to a sustainable future."
During 2008 alone, concessionaires recycled more than 1,200 tons of material; an amount equivalent to the weight of six Boeing 747 aircraft. During the same period, they avoided disposal costs and generated revenue through rebates on recyclables which totaled $160,000. Sea-Tac concessionaires made waste reduction and recycling a priority by recycling cardboard, used cooking oil, food waste and coffee grounds. Since 2001, Sea-Tac concessionaires diverted thousands of tons of recyclable material from landfills through recycling, composting, and food bank donation programs. Concessionaires donated food that served 8,000 meals to needy families in 2008.
Sea-Tac's recycling programs are even estimated to have prevented the release of Greenhouse Gas emissions equivalent to removing 819 passenger cars from the road annually; conserved an amount of energy equivalent to the annual energy consumption of 83 households (USEPA Waste Reduction Model), and saved 3,700 cubic yards of landfill space (1 ton waste = 3 yd3 landfill space, American Paper Institute, Inc. report: "Paper Recycling and Its Role In Solid Waste Management").
The purpose of the ACI-NA Excellence in Airport Concessions Contest is to inspire creativity in the industry and to recognize innovative and outstanding airport concessions. These awards help to demonstrate the growing importance of concessions to the total airport experience. This year's contest received more than 160 nominations from airports of all sizes throughout the U.S. and Canada. Here are the results of the categories involving Sea-Tac Airport:
Best "Green" Concession Practice or Concept:
1st Place: Seattle - Tacoma International Airport
2nd Place: C-Pier Expansion, Vancouver International Airport
3rd Place: Concourse D, Portland International Airport
Honorable Mention: Enroute Spa, Indianapolis International Airport
Best Convenience Retail Program - Large Airport:
1st Place: Atrium, Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport
2nd Place: Seattle Tacoma International Airport
Entries for this year's contest were judged by an independent panel comprised of high-level professionals with no vested interest in concession operations, or the outcome of any one airport. In addition to the independent panel, one representative from the previous year's overall winner was also involved in the judging process.
Source: http://www.joc.com/node/414602
Cheaper, leaner, greener
The results of our 4th annual Warehouse/DC Operations Survey reveal that warehouse and distribution decision makers are shifting from an outward strategic focus to an internal tactical focus, adopting a lean, green culture while continuing to cut costs across the board.
Like most business sectors, warehousing and distribution operations have taken quite a hit in this economic downturn. In fact, Logistics Management's 4th annual Warehouse/
Distribution Center (DC) Operations Survey reveals that the industry continues to hunker down and look internally for ways to cut costs as businesses cope with low consumer demand and overcapacity. Read More
Source: http://www.logisticsmgmt.com/article/366830-Cheaper_leaner_greener.php?q=Cheaper+leaner+Greener
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