TecPlata becomes first carbon-neutral port in Argentina
TecPlata S.A. (TecPlata), the Argentinian affiliate of
International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI), has become the first
port in the country to achieve carbon-neutral status.
TecPlata’s accreditation is consistent with its overall sustainability
objectives, which include waste management, efficient water usage, and emission
reductions.
The certification procedure adhered to the worldwide criteria established
by the GHG Protocol and ISO14064-1, with assistance from Carbon Neutral+.
The firm obtained carbon credits verified by Verra’s Verified Carbon
Standard (VCS). These credits are associated with the Manantiales Behr Wind Farm
project in Argentina, which is owned by YPF.
TecPlata is supporting ICTSI’s efforts to cut GHG emissions from its
operations (Scope 1) and bought power (Scope 2) by 26 per cent per container
transport by 2030 (with 2021 as the baseline).
It is the fifth ICTSI Group port to achieve carbon neutrality, including
Contecon Guayaquil in Ecuador, Contecon Manzanillo in Mexico, Rio Brasil
Terminal, and Tecon Suape in Brazil.
Juan Pablo Trujillo, TecPlata Chief Executive Officer, said: “This
certification is a testament to TecPlata’s dedication to minimising our
environmental impact. By reducing and offsetting our carbon footprint, we
contribute to the protection of our planet and, at the same time, promote the
use of renewable energy.”
In July 2023, TecPlata received the inaugural call of ZIM Integrated
Shipping Services (ZIM) Patagonia Express Service (PES).
