CONCEPTUAL MODEL FOR EVALUATION OF SHORT SEA SHIPPING ENVIRONMENTAL PERFORMANCE

The present paper analyses the environmental performance of short sea shipping in terms of greenhouse gas emissions and its impact on the strategic development of shipping companies. The legal framework and policy issues at EU and international level are studied. A framework of parameters is developed for analysis of energy efficiency and CO2 efficiency of short sea shipping. A conceptual model is proposed for evaluation of the environmental performance of short sea shipping based on а developed system of performance indicators. The proposed conceptual model serves as a basis for quantification of the environmental impact of shipping activities of the company and strategic decision-making as concerns investment in technologies, new-buildings and services restructuring for enhancement of environmental performance.