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and sediment that could enter the storm
drain system.
Bill Richardson, MPA Environmental
Manager, noted that cost isn’t the only
consideration when the Port purchases
equipment. Fuel savings, carbon footprint
and emissions reduction are major factors.
In addition to new purchases, older
equipment is being retooled to reduce
energy consumption. The MPA’s “Big Red”
crane recently had its engine repowered,
significantly reducing emissions of the
materials that create smog. Carbon
monoxide emissions are being reduced by
0.343 tons a year, which over the expected
life of the crane will reduce CO emissions
by 4.46 tons. Particulate matter —
the black soot — will be reduced by 0.192
tons per year, for a lifetime reduction of
2.49 tons.
“We put a value on green technology
and equipment,” Richardson said.
“Because of our location, we are
committed to improving water and
air quality, and purchasing ‘green’
technologies is one of our tools for being
good stewards of the environment.”
Volunteers help the wetland take shape at
Masonville Cove, an MPA dredged materials
containment facility that eventually will
include a pier.
PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF MPA
