sustainable transport
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Wind-Assisted Propulsion Could Save Pacific Vessels 40% in Fuel Now
Wind‑assisted propulsion and other mature low‑carbon tech could deliver immediate fuel savings for Pacific shipping, even with small vessels and tight budgets. As experts push for targeted pilots and tailored financing, the region hones in on a practical decarbonisation path for island supply chains.
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Wind-Assisted Shipping Urgently Reshapes Pacific Island Freight as Aging Fleets Drive Up Fuel Costs
In the Pacific’s far-flung supply chains, ageing ships and soaring fuel costs threaten remote communities’ shelves and services. Wind-assisted propulsion and other low-carbon options could cut fuel use, but real gains depend on targeted investment and policy support.
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Pacific Shipping Crisis Spurs Wind-Assisted Propulsion Push for Decarbonisation
Islands’ lifeline under pressure as aging ships meet volatile fuel costs. Could wind-assisted propulsion and other near-term, low-carbon fixes finally ease the burden—with ripple effects for transport, health, and livelihoods across the Pacific?
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FDB and FMF Unveil EV Financing to Make Electric Cars More Affordable in Fiji
Fiji’s push for electric mobility gets a boost as a development bank partners with FMF Electric Vehicle Limited. A blend of tailored EV financing and hands-on demonstrations aims to demystify ownership and speed up the switch to cleaner, more affordable transport.