by Kadi Kasepõld, Early-Stage Researcher and Project Manager, TalTech Estonian Maritime Academy

For much of the past decade, the maritime industry's decarbonisation debate has focused on technologies, fuels, and regulations.

Discussions often revolve around alternative energy sources, batteries, shore power, emissions trading, and carbon intensity indicators.

Yet, one critical element is frequently overlooked. New equipment and systems undoubtedly support the transition, but it is the people using them who translate environmental ambitions into measurable outcomes. Download PDF