This panel will discuss how ethanol produced in Brazil offers an immediate, scalable, and sustainable solution to decarbonize maritime sector.
Panelists will reflect on opportunities and challenges of expanding sustainable fuel use in the maritime sector, focusing on how biofuels can complement other low-carbon technologies to help countries meet IMO targets and advance a sustainable global shipping economy.
The Intersessional Working Group on Reduction of Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions from Ships (ISWG-GHG 20) will meet for its 21st meeting.
IMO MEPC 84 (27 April–1 May 2026, London) will focus on implementation rules for the shipping Net-Zero Framework. Discussions will also be directed to fuel standards, GHG pricing, and measures impacting the fuel and shipping sectors.
