Low Sulphur Fuels in the Arctic
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Issue Date
2025-05-12
Authors
Protection of the Arctic Marine Environment (PAME)
Emergency Prevention, Preparedness, and Response (EPPR)
Subject
Abstract
The EPPR/PAME project “Low Sulphur Fuels - Fate and Behaviour in Cold Water Conditions” was approved in 2019 and completed in 2025. The primary goal with the project was to address knowledge gaps regarding the use of low-sulphur fuels in the Arctic and assess the environmental impact of potential spills. The results from this project highlight the importance of detailed fuel characterization and expertise in determining optimal spill response strategies. The properties of these fuel oils, and their behavior on cold water surface, present significant challenges for oil spill response and cleanup operations in Arctic waters.