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Welcome to Pacific Current — where we share the progress, challenges and opportunities shaping our work to advance climate solutions, reduce pollution and protect ocean and Arctic ecosystems.
Climate
Singapore marks milestone with first electric tug in Southeast Asia
What does a zero-emission port actually look like? Singapore is offering a glimpse with Southeast Asia's first fully electric tug, marking a major milestone in decarbonizing one of the region's busiest ports. Backed by strong industry collaboration, this achievement shows maritime decarbonization is no longer theoretical, it's already underway on the water. Now, the challenge and opportunity is scaling from a single vessel to full fleet-wide adoption to unlock cleaner air, quieter operations and lasting climate impact.
Marine
The 2025 Reef Check survey results and what they mean for Malaysia's coral reefs
Malaysia's coral reefs are declining at an alarming rate, with new survey data showing significant losses in just the past few years. In this blog, Julian Hyde — Pacific Environment's Malaysia senior marine program advisor and chief executive officer of Reef Check Malaysia, one of our key partners — explores what's driving the decline, including bleaching, pollution and tourism pressure, and why it matters for food security, livelihoods and coastal communities. He also highlights the urgent need to build reef resilience by reducing local impacts and calls for stronger action to protect these vital ecosystems.
Ports
New report: Inside Japan's push for carbon neutral ports
A new study by the University of California, Berkeley, commissioned by Pacific Environment, examines Japan's approach to decarbonizing maritime ports, including its Carbon Neutral Port certification and Yokohama's initiatives. As global momentum for cleaner shipping grows, the report highlights Japan's efforts to set benchmarks for reducing emissions and improving air quality in port communities. It also explores how policies and infrastructure must evolve alongside new technologies.
In the News
Explore some of our latest media highlights and expert commentary featured in leading outlets.
- Administration's Maritime Action Plan misses defining an opportunity to strengthen US shipping competitiveness and capture emerging clean maritime markets (Maritime Fairtrade)
- New analysis by UC Berkeley highlights Japan's port decarbonization leadership (AJOT)
- Study calls on Yokohama to Phase Out Port Call Incentives for LNG-Fuelled Ships (Ship & Bunker)
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