International Container Terminal Services, Inc.’s (ICTSI) Argentinian subsidiary, TecPlata, has become the first port in the country to obtain carbon neutral certification.
TecPlata is the fifth terminal in the ICTSI Group to achieve carbon neutrality following Contecon Guayaquil in Ecuador, Contecon Manzanillo in Mexico, Rio Brasil Terminal and Tecon Suape in Brazil.
As it is reported by ICTSI, the company’s greenhouse gas emissions will be monitored annually.
“This certification is a testament to TecPlata’s dedication to minimizing our environmental impact. By reducing and offsetting our carbon footprint, we contribute to the protection of our planet and, at the same time, promote the use of renewable energy,” said Juan Pablo Trujillo, TecPlata chief executive officer.
TecPlata’s certification aligns with its broader sustainability initiatives, including waste management, efficient water use, and emission reduction.
The certification process followed the international standards set by the GHG Protocol and ISO14064-1, with support from Carbon Neutral+.
The company acquired carbon credits certified by Verra’s Verified Carbon Standard (VCS). These credits are linked to the Manantiales Behr Wind Farm project in Argentina and owned by YPF.
The project involves the installation of wind turbines connected to the Argentine Interconnection System (SADI), which replaces electricity that would otherwise be generated by fossil fuel power plants.
