Included in the agreement are specific actions to monitor and reduce air emissions from existing operations, as well as a commitment to accommodate and participate in a regional rail solution in the Charleston area.
The Port is committing to reduce emissions by launching a voluntary truck replacement program to replace 85% of pre-1994 trucks calling on the Port terminals by January 2014.
The agreement resolves the CCL’s substantive challenges against the state and federal agencies’ permits for the new terminal and port access road. The new terminal project is SCSPA’s top strategic priority, allowing it to handle long-term growth and attract new jobs and investment.
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