Port of San Diego Recognizes Participants of VSR Program
The Port of San Diego has honored 24 ship companies, including multiple cruise lines, for participating in its voluntary Vessel Speed Reduction (VSR) Program aimed at lowering emissions and improving air quality in and around San Diego Bay. By reducing speeds to 12 knots or less within designated coastal zones, participating vessels help cut greenhouse gases and other pollutants while supporting the port’s broader Maritime Clean Air Strategy goals.
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