International Regulations of Greenhouse Gas Emissions from International Shipping Issues and Possible Responses

This article assesses the current situation of GHG emissions from international shipping, recognizing the dire need of counter-responses from the industry. It examines the attempted international endeavor by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to regulate GHG emissions from international maritime transportation and seeks ways ahead in response to existing challenges. It is suggested that certain responses can be taken to overcome the insufficient action to GHG emissions from international shipping, including reinforcement of present technical and operational measures, adoption of market-based measures, capacity-building in developing countries, and regional and domestic measures of port States.