Press release

PORT OF QUÉBEC MAINTAINS THE HIGHEST GREEN MARINE LEVELS FOR A SIXTH STRAIGHT YEAR

Québec, July 17th, 2024 — The Port of Québec is proud to announce that it has once again distinguished itself by ranking among the leaders of Green Marine. This recognition testifies that the Port’s efforts to improve its environmental performance and commitment to sustainable development are unwavering.

Green Marine is a voluntary environmental certification program aimed at improving the North American maritime industry’s environmental performance. Program members, like the Port of Québec, are committed to reducing their ecological footprint by respecting rigorous criteria and implementing exemplary practices.

Exemplary Performance 
In 2023, the Port of Québec ranked at the top of each of the Green Marine certification indicators: 

  • Air Emissions — Greenhouse gases (level 5)
  • Community impacts (level  5) 
  • Community relations (level  5) 
  • Environmental leadership (level  5)
  • Spill prevention and stormwater management (level  5) 
  • Waste management (level  5)

“We are extremely proud of our Green Marine ranking for the past year. This reflects our will to commit to a more sustainable future by becoming a leader in the fight against climate change and promoting energy transition. We will continue investing in technologies and initiatives that reduce our environmental impact and contribute positively to the community and the maritime and port ecosystem.” 
– Port of Québec CEO and President, Mario Girard

The Port of Québec would like to thank all its employees, partners and the community for their ongoing support and cooperation, which is essential to achieving this level of environmental excellence once again.
More information on the Port of Québec’s environmental initiatives is available on the website.

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About the Port of Québec
The Québec Port Authority, a non-profit organization, manages the port of Québec which is strategically located to serve North America’s industrial and agricultural heartland. This Canadian hub for international trade for both the import and export of goods is the only port in the province of Québec with a fifteen-meter depth of water at low tide and a comprehensive intermodal infrastructure. The port facilities generate 10,000 jobs and about two billion dollars in economic activity.

With its 2035 Vision, the Port of Québec aims to be recognized by citizens for the responsible management of its territory, respect for the environment and protection of biodiversity while positioning itself as a world leader in establishing sustainable supply chains for a more resilient economy.

Source
Frédéric Lagacé
Communications Director
418 929-5031
[email protected]