Last updated: 26.03.2024

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The European Chemical Transportation Association (ECTA) plays a significant role in facilitating responsible care in the transportation of chemicals across Europe. Given the unique environmental implications of transporting chemicals, ECTA has developed a dedicated methodology for carbon calculation within the Inland Waterways sector. Recognizing the potential of inland waterways as a sustainable mode of transport, the association has focused on crafting measures that ensure both environmental and safety standards.

ECTA's methodology integrates data from vessel operations, taking into account engine efficiency, fuel type, and consumption, along with the specific nature of chemical goods being transported. Additionally, the methodology emphasizes the need for continuous monitoring, using innovative technologies to ensure accurate real-time emissions tracking. With this approach, ECTA aims to strike a balance between efficient chemical transportation and reduced carbon footprints, bolstering the role of inland waterways as an environmentally-friendly alternative for freight transportation.

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Equation

co2_in_g = distance_in_km * co2_in_g_per_tonne-km * weight_in_tonnes

Factors considered by methodology:

• Distance
• Weight
• Vessel type
• Flow direction

API request

{
  "expand": [
    "items"
  ],
  "items": [
    {
      "type": "inland_waterways",
      "methodology": "ECTA",
      "external_reference": "string",
      "origin": "USNYC",
      "destination": "DEBER",
      "weight_in_tonnes": 2.5,
      "vessel_type": "tanker_1250_t",
      "flow_direction": "downstream"
    }
  ]
}

• Default values

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