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PMSA Statement on Approval of a Cooperative Agreement with the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach
LONG BEACH, CA – Mike Jacob, President of the Pacific Merchant Shipping Association (PMSA), issued the following statement following today’s South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) Board meeting…
Emissions Reductions at Ports of LA, Long Beach Continue to Outperform Their Air Quality Goals Through 2024
Ports of Los Angeles & Long Beach have maintained emissions cuts in 2024—surpassing air quality goals for NOₓ, SOₓ, DPM, and GHG.
PMSA Statement Regarding Air District Decision to Move Forward on Cooperative Alternative to Seaport Regulations
The Pacific Merchant Shipping Association (PMSA) applauds the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) for moving forward with a Cooperative Agreement alongside the Ports and Cities of Los Angeles and Long Beach. This collaborative approach replaces the previously proposed Indirect Source Rule (ISR), aiming for enhanced emissions reductions through voluntary, consensus-driven efforts. PMSA highlights the success of this model in achieving significant air quality improvements without resorting to burdensome regulations.
PMSA Supports Southern California Air District Decision to Work with Cities and Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach on Cooperative Air Plan
PMSA supports SCAQMD’s 45-day pause on Port ISR rulemaking, backing a voluntary, cooperative emissions reduction agreement with LA and Long Beach ports.
