Transition énergétique dans le transport maritime : une enquête sur les choix des entreprises en matière de réduction des émissions de GES sur la Voie maritime du Saint-Laurent

Authors

  • Chadli Yaya Université Laval
  • Frédéric Lasserre Université Laval

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1522/revueot.v33n1.1717

Keywords:

Greenhouse gases, energy efficiency, alternative energies, maritime transport, St. Lawrence Seaway

Abstract

This study examines the choices made by marine transportation companies to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions on the St. Lawrence Seaway. A qualitative approach was adopted for this study. It consisted mainly of collecting data through semi-structured interviews with St. Lawrence Seaway companies. A thematic analysis was used to give meaning to the data collected as part of this study. The results show that most of the companies’ choices focus on energy efficiency measures, with little emphasis on alternative energy. They also reveal that some companies surveyed are not involved in the energy transition to reduce their GHG emissions.

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Published

2024-03-27

How to Cite

Yaya, C., & Lasserre, F. (2024). Transition énergétique dans le transport maritime : une enquête sur les choix des entreprises en matière de réduction des émissions de GES sur la Voie maritime du Saint-Laurent. Revue Organisations & Territoires, 33(1), 121–133. https://doi.org/10.1522/revueot.v33n1.1717

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