[PDF] Port Environmental Review System (PERS)

View - Download Port Environmental Review System (PERS)

Previous PDF

Next PDF

PERS was developed by the

European Sea Ports Organissation and the Ecoports Foundation

Port Environmental Review System

(PERS) Port of Rotterdam Authority, April 2020 (concept - 1.0)

Port of Rotterdam

Port Environmental Review System (PERS) for the port of Rotterdam 2

Contents

1. Introduction .............................................................................................................. 3

2. Port profile ................................................................................................................ 5

2.1 Introduction .......................................................................................................................... 5

2.2 General port information ...................................................................................................... 5

3. Environmental policy ............................................................................................ 10

3.1 Introduction ........................................................................................................................ 10

3.2 Corporate Social Responsibility Statement ....................................................................... 10

3.3 International frameworks ................................................................................................... 12

4. Register of Environmental Aspects, Legal Requirements and Performance

Indicators .......................................................................................................................... 14

4.1 Introduction ........................................................................................................................ 14

4.2 Significance of environmental aspects .............................................................................. 15

4.3 Environmental Aspect Register ......................................................................................... 19

4.4 Environmental performance indicators .............................................................................. 29

5. Responsibilities and resources related to environmental aspects .................. 30

5.1 Introduction ........................................................................................................................ 30

5.2 Environmental responsibility within Port of Rotterdam Authority

5.3 Environmental responsibility within and/or related to the port area ................................... 33

5.4 Monitoring & Environmental Information ............................................................................ 33

6. Conformity Review ................................................................................................ 34

6.1 Introduction ........................................................................................................................ 34

6.2 Compliance with environmental legislation and gap .......................................................... 34

6.3 Port environmental performance ....................................................................................... 34

6.4 Improvement plans ............................................................................................................ 36

7. Environmental Report ................................................................................................. 37

8. Examples of best practice or management solutions ............................................. 38

Appendix I ......................................................................................................................... 43

Appendix II ........................................................................................................................ 45

Picture Frontpage : ECODELTA: first Dutch Liquid Natural Gas fueled dredging vessel Port Environmental Review System (PERS) for the port of Rotterdam 3

1. Introduction

1.1 Port of Rotterdam Authority & Corporate Social Responsibility

The Port of Rotterdam Authority regards Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) as the key to a favourable future. CSR is a crucial precondition for a healthy development of the port in harmony with the surrounding area. In 2016, the Port of Rotterdam Authority replaced its

2006 CSR statement with a new one. In this CSR-statement, the authority commits itself to

working on a future-proof port where economic enhancement goes hand in hand with improving the environment. The authority also commits itself to working in a socially responsible manner with respect to people and safety. Since 2009, the report of the Executive Board and the CSR report have been integrated within the Annual Report. The Port of Rotterdam Authority decided to do so because CSR is an integral part of its business operations. Each manager has been delegated a responsibility for CSR within his/her own department. As of 2016, CSR has been given an definite place within the organization, where: The CEO is portfolio holder of CSR within the executive board. The department Environmental Management is coordinating and stimulating CSR

The CSR

program manager within this department, addresses the CSR statement. And in addition, encourages and supports all departments of the organization to fulfil their CSR responsibility. A core team consisting of the CEO and representatives of Environmental Management, Communications & External Affairs and Human Resources coordinates the establishment of the CSR statement and monitors the awareness of CSR within the company by a set of such as the corporate carbon footprint . The Port of Rotterdam Authority currently ranks fifth in 2019Dutch Transparency Benchmark a year-end review of the content and quality of CSR reporting within Dutch companies. The Port Environmental Review System (PERS) fits into our ambition to be transparent regarding our environmental initiatives and urges other ports to do the same. Port Environmental Review System (PERS) for the port of Rotterdam 4

1.2 Aim of PERS

The Port Environmental Review System (PERS) is designed to assist ports to implement an environmental management program in line with the recommendations of ESPO. The ESPO Environmental Code of Practice (2004) recommends that ports should: contribute to the development of a sustainable logistics chain; encourage wide consultation, dialogue and cooperation with relevant stakeholders at local level (port users, public and NGOs); generate new knowledge and technology and develop sustainable techniques which combine environmental effectiveness and cost efficiency; enhance cooperation between port authorities in the field of environment, facilitate the exchange of experiences and implementation of best practices on environmental issues; prepare a publicly available environmental policy to increase awareness of environmental concerns and integration of sustainable development; conduct appropriate environmental impact assessments for both port projects and port development plans; stimulate continuous improvement in the port environment and its environmental management; promote monitoring, based on environmental performance indicators, in order to measure objectively identifiable progress in environmental port practices; promote environmental reporting as a means of communicating environmentally good behaviour to stakeholders; intensify the communication about environmental improvements achieved by ports. PERS is based on internationally recognized best practice, and yet remains a port-specific system developed by ports for ports. It is formulated to be flexible and capable of evolution so that it can be adapted to future changes in legislation and priorities for action. The system defines a fundamental standard of good practice for the port sector. Port Environmental Review System (PERS) for the port of Rotterdam 5

2. Port profile

2.1 Introduction

The purpose of this section is to provide a summary of the major characteristics of the port of Rotterdam in terms of its legal status, commercial activity and environmental setting. The information provides useful background information about the port because it indicates the range and scope of activity, the geography of the location and general facts concerning ownership and organization.

It is acknowledged that each port is unique. It is important to be aware of the local

vironmental management program is operated.

2.2 General port information

2.2.1 Legal Status and Port Operators

What is the port authority

position?

Municipality State Private

Company

X other: Unlisted public limited company

Who is the owner of the land?

X Municipality State Private

Company

other Who operates the terminals? Public Companies X Private Companies other Who does the stevedoring? Public Companies X Private Companies other Who carries out cargo handling? Public Companies X Private Companies other Port Environmental Review System (PERS) for the port of Rotterdam 6

2.2.2 Port Location and Port Area

Please tick the geographic setting of the Port Please describe the area of the Port

The port is located in an estuary and has an

engineered coastline (Maasvlakte)

Area of p2 or specify units):

12,643 hectares

Further detail (2018):

7.903 hectares land area of which 6.275 ha

rentable sites

Port jurisdiction limit onshore (km or specify

units): none

Area of p2 or

specify units): 4,810 hectares

Port jurisdiction limit offshore (nautical

miles): 30 km (circa 16 nm)

Further detail:

The harbour master of the Port of

Rotterdam is also the state harbour master

(national jurisdiction).

Total quayage Rotterdam (km): 77,3

Draught, largest vessel (m): 21,5 .

Tidal range (m): 1.65

Maximum draught (m): 22,55

2a. Use of Surrounding Land

X Agricultural land X Open water (lakes, rivers, reservoirs)

X Conservation / Protected Areas X Urban / City

Forestry / Woodlands X Industry

X Nature X Recreational

. other X X Port Environmental Review System (PERS) for the port of Rotterdam 7

2b. Coastal and Marine Characteristics

Boulders Offshore Islands

Cliff X Offshore Banks

Rocky foreshore X Rivers

X Tidal flats (mud) X Sandy Beach

X Sea Walls / Coastal defence Shingle Beach

X Dune Systems Salt Marsh

other

2.2.3 Port Business

Tonnage:(million tons / year) < 5 5 < 15 25 < 50

50 < 100 50 < 100 X > 100

Further detail: ± 469,4million tons (in 2019)

TEU* containers:(thousands / year) < 250 250 < 500 500 < 1000

1000 < 2000 2000 < 3000 3000 < 5000

X > 5000

Further detail: ± 14,5 million TEU's (in 2019)

Passengers: (thousands / year) < 1000 1000 < 3000 3000 < 7000

X > 7000

* TEU: container equivalent to 20 feet Port Environmental Review System (PERS) for the port of Rotterdam 8

2.2.4 Throughput (Port of Rotterdam, 2019)

(brutoweight x 1.000 metric tons) 2019

Iron ore and scrap 30.006

Coal 22.449

Agribulk 9.809

Biomass 887

Other dry bulk 11.333

Subtotal dry bulk 74.485

Crude oil 104.200

Mineral oil products 68.164

LNG 7.149

Other liquid bulk 31.697

Subtotal liquid bulk 211.211

TOTAL BULK GOODS 211.211

Deepsea 95.782

Feeder 30.510

Shortsea 26.613

Containers 152.905

Roll on/roll off 24.253

Other general cargo 6.548

Breakbulk 30.801

TOTAL BREAKBULK 183.706

TOTAL THROUGHPUT 469.402

Total amount of containers 8.781.185

Total amount of TEU 14.810.804

Port Environmental Review System (PERS) for the port of Rotterdam 9

2.2.5 Environmental Management

Who is the designated officer for Environmental

Management (name and job title):

Head of Department Environmental

Management (Eric van der Schans)

Harbour Master (René de Vries)

How is environmental management organised in the

Port?

Does the Port have environmental review

tools? X Designated personnel: X Environmental management plan If yes, how many employees: ± 254, of which ± 208

ISO 14000 certification

EMAS certification

Environmental committee

Environmental working group

External consultants Is environmental responsibility defined at board level?

X Environmental department X Yes No

Other remarks:

The activities regarding the Slufter (the depot for contaminated dredging sludge) are ISO 14001 certified. Environment is part of the general process of port management. As stated in part 1.1, the CSR report has been integrated within the annual report, as well as being the guiding principle in the business strategy. Besideds being in compliance with environmal rules ans regulations, PoR decided to go even furthert because of its CSR-policy including a People, Planet Profit approach as an integral part of its business operations. Port Environmental Review System (PERS) for the port of Rotterdam 10

3. Environmental policy

3.1 Introduction

The Port of Rotterdam Authority aims to

logistics hub and world-class industrial complex. Not only in terms of scale, but especially in terms of quality. The core tasks of the port authority are the sustainable development, management and operation of the port area and ensuring that shipping traffic in the port area is handled safely and efficiently. In addition, the port authority aims to combat climate change. It has the ambition to be frontrunner in the energy transition by lowering the carbon footprint of the industry while developing renewable energy, biobased production and circular initiatives. Also, it aims to ensure that the port area continues to make a major contribution to prosperity and employment in the Netherlands.

3.2 Corporate Social Responsibility Statement

We work to build a vital, future-proof port where economic growth and improving the living environment go hand in hand. We conduct our operations in a socially responsible way, with respect for people and the environment. Our efforts are focused on the port and on our own organisation. Safe & Healthy Environment, Climate & Energy and People & Work are our key themes in this respect.

In which areas do we create social value?

Safety & Healthy Environment

Safety is a top priority in our port. In addition, we constantly work to provide a healthy and attractive

living environment.

Climate & Energy

We are dedicated to clombatting climate change. The Port of Rotterdam is the place where the energy transition is taking place.

People & Work

We are committed to socially responsible employment.

How do we do this?

Moral Compass

We act with integrity and transparency, and conduct our business in a fair and honest manner based on our joined moral compass. The principals and rules of conduct as laid down in our company code are at the basis of this.

Core values

We are passionate about what we do, we work together with our clients and stakeholders, we seek to constantly improve ourselves and we are a trusted neighbour. We are considered a conscientious and reliable partner.

Laws and regulations

We comply with all applicable laws, rules and regulations wherever we do business. Port Environmental Review System (PERS) for the port of Rotterdam 11

Climate change and energy transition

Approximately 20% of the CO2 emissions in the Netherlands are released through fossil fuel based activities in the port of Rotterdam. Specifically, it is the industrial and energy cluster of the port that depends largely on a fossil based economy. The Paris Agreement on climate change is therefore of significant importance to the port. The agreement calls for accelerated action to reduce the emissions of greenhouse gases such as CO2 by 95% in 2050. The Port of Rotterdam Authority developed a strategy to develop the port into the heartland of the energy transition so that the port can continue to thrive in the future. Rotterdam achieves the climate goals in 3 steps: the first step. The industry takes efficiency measures. Residual warmth is used to heat homes, commercial buildings and greenhouses. CO΍ is captured and stored under the North Sea. Step 2: a new energy system. In the long term, electricity and hydrogen will play a major role in making the port sustainable. This requires affordable electricity from sustainable sources such as sun and wind. Step 3: a new raw materials and fuels system. Fossil resources are being replaced through the use of biomass, recycled materials and green hydrogen. Figure 1: 3 steps to a Carbon neutral Port in 2050 The Port Authority pursues this through invest in carbon capture storage and use, as well as

enabling electrification of existing industrial activities. Additionally, the port is investing in an

infrastructure that is used to transport residual heat generated by industrial activity in order to supply households in cities like Rotterdam, the Hague and Leiden with district heating (energy infrastructure under the Delta Plan). The port also looks to attract new businesses that fit a profile for a climate neutral port, often associated with the offshore wind industry, bio-based chemical industry, circular industry and clean fuels. Looking at the transport sector, the authority encourages green shipping (through LNG, biofuels, infrastructure, shore power and discounts for green vessels). Port Environmental Review System (PERS) for the port of Rotterdam 12

3.3 International frameworks

The CSR-statement is based on the core business of the Port of Rotterdam Authority, the interests and concerns of stakeholders, and international frameworks such as the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), the OECD-guidelines and the UN Sustainable

Development Goals (SDGs).

UN Sustainable Development Goals

The CSR statement takes the SDGs into account. The Port of Rotterdam Authority contributes to practically all SDGs directly or indirectly. However, given our core business and the interests of our stand 9 are of most importance to the authority. The relation between the CSR statement and the SDGs is displayed in table 1: Port Environmental Review System (PERS) for the port of Rotterdam 13 Table 1: Relation between the CSR statement and the SDGs

Sustainable

Development Goal

Relevance for Port

Of Rotterdam

Authority

In what way do we contribute?

Safety is a top priority

in our port.

Additionally, we are

continuously working on a healthy and attractive living environment. safety domains such as security of port objects, external safety, occupational safety, road safety and port safety. reduction of odor and noise.

We want to develop

the port of Rotterdam into thé place where energy transition takes shape. smart energy infrastructure.

Encourage growth in renewable energy.

We develop, manage

and operate the port and industrial area as efficiently and sustainably as possible. The port offers employment to approximately 180,000 people. infrastructure. market.

We are increasing the

competitiveness of existing sectors in the port and are working hard to attract new markets too.

Attract and facilitate start-ups.

Innovation with customers by developing

networks. available. Port Environmental Review System (PERS) for the port of Rotterdam 14

4. Register of Environmental Aspects, Legal Requirements and

Performance Indicators

4.1 Introduction

Effective management of environmental performance requires awareness and knowledge ofquotesdbs_dbs46.pdfusesText_46

[PDF] le port de shanghai 4eme

[PDF] le portail automatique 4ème correction

[PDF] le Portrait

[PDF] Le portrait ( Bel ami, Maupassant )

[PDF] le portrait ce2 production d'écrit

[PDF] le portrait cm1 arts visuels

[PDF] le portrait cm2 arts visuels

[PDF] le portrait cycle 3 littérature

[PDF] Le portrait d'un FOURBRE !!!

[PDF] Le portrait de Dorian Gray

[PDF] le portrait de dorian gray analyse littéraire

[PDF] le portrait de dorian gray evaluation

[PDF] le portrait de dorian gray pdf anglais

[PDF] le portrait de la CPE dans entre les murs

[PDF] le portrait de mae west