Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal launched 'Harit Sagar' the Green Port Guidelines at a function in New Delhi today. The guidelines were launched to meet the larger vision of achieving Zero Carbon Emission Goal set by the Ministry. Harit Sagar Guidelines – 2023 envisages ecosystem dynamics in port development, operation, and maintenance while aligning with the'Working with Nature' concept and minimizing impact on biotic components of harbor ecosystem. It lays emphasis on use of clean or green energy in Port operation, developing Port capabilities for storage, handling, and bunkering greener fuels like Green Hydrogen, Green Ammonia, and Green Methanol or Ethanol. <br />'' <br />''Speaking on this occasion, Mr Sonowal said, ports are undertaking green initiatives and actively contributing to the fulfillment of the "Panchamrit" commitments announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He added that Harit Sagar Guidelines -2023 provide a comprehensive framework for Major Ports in the country, empowering them to create a comprehensive action plan aimed at achieving quantifiable reductions in carbon emissions over defined timelines.<br />''<span style="color: #222222;">On this occasion, the Minister also conferred 'The Sagar Shreshtha Samman' awards upon major ports for their exceptional achievements in various operational parameters. Minister of State for Ports, Shipping, and Waterways Shripad Y. Naik was present during the event.</span><br />