Researchers at the Murmansk Arctic University (UIA) presented an innovative methodology for assessing and forecasting greenhouse emissions from ships in the Arctic. The uniqueness of the development lies in the use of satellite AIS data (signals of the automatic identification system of ships), which allows you to accurately record and analyze the volume of emissions in the regions of the Northern Sea Route. This is reported Press Service Ministry of Education and Science of Russia.
The department explained that the satellites record signals from ships, including information about the location and routes. Algorithms developed by scientists allow you to interpret these data taking into account the power of the engines and technical parameters of ships. Based on this, greenhouse gas emissions can be estimated.
“This approach will provide an alternative to foreign digital solutions for monitoring and evaluating the carbon footprint of ships,” said Zhanna Vasilyeva, head of the study and scientist.
The methodology for the first time allows you to accurately assess the environmental load in any sea zone and take measures in advance to reduce the harmful effects.
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