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Interesting Statistics Regarding Ballast Water
International trade is also linked to biodiversity losses through direct impact of transport and the induced pollution and introduction of pathogens and invasive species.
Ballast water, for example, is one of the major reasons for the introduction of non-indigenous species to new ports and marine ecosystems.
Ballast water is water that is held in the hull of a ship, and this sea water is often discharged or collected at different ports to balance the weight of the ship.
It is estimated that 7,000 species are transferred in ballast water every hour of every day around the world.
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Sustainable International Trade for a Resilient Future
With many countries committing to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050, there is a race against the clock to upgrade the world’s energy and trade infrastructure to achieve this. In this report, we highlight strategies used by trade stakeholders worldwide to foster a sustainable future, focusing on decarbonization, energy and food security, and environmental impact mitigation.
