Port of San Diego Earns Top Marks in Environmental Leadership with Green Marine Recertification
Contact: Gabriella Rodriguez, 619.904.2137, grodriguez@portofsandiego.org
The Port of San Diego has been recertified by Green Marine, an international voluntary environmental certification program for the maritime industry. The Port first enrolled in Green Marine in 2018 and has since achieved annual self-evaluation and biennial certification. This recertification covers the 2024 and 2025 calendar years.
“We are proud to be certified again as part of the Green Marine program,” said Chair Ann Moore, Port of San Diego Board of Port Commissioners. “As a Port of firsts, we are always thinking ahead and building on the progress we have made in reducing emissions and continuing our commitment to serving as environmental champions of San Diego Bay.”
To earn recertification, the Port participated in a rigorous evaluation of its environmental initiatives. The evaluation process includes an annual self-evaluation and review process with a third-party verifier every two years. Verification includes interviews, site visits, and reviews of project and program documentation to support reported scores. This year’s results are third-party verified.
The Port was evaluated for reducing greenhouse gas and air pollutants, spill prevention and stormwater management, reducing impact of port activities on nearby communities, environmental leadership, community relations, waste management, and underwater noise management.
Performance Report
Overall, the Port achieved Level 5 for six out of the eight performance indicators evaluated including Community Impacts, Community Relations, Environmental Leadership, Spill Prevention and Stormwater Management and Waste Management. Level 5 is the highest level and demonstrates excellence and leadership in the performance indicator.
These results place the Port among the top Green Marine-certified ports demonstrating measurable progress on environmental stewardship and continuous improvement. The Port’s strong scores highlight its ongoing commitment to advancing practical, performance-based sustainability efforts across its operations and San Diego Bay.
More than 200 organizations participated in the 2025 Green Marine certification program, including ship owners, ports, terminals and shipyards from around the world. Green Marine certificates were distributed on June 11, 2026 during Green Tech 2026 in Quebec City.
ABOUT THE PORT OF SAN DIEGO
The Port of San Diego serves the people of California as a specially created district, balancing multiple uses on 34 miles along San Diego Bay spanning five cities. Collecting no tax dollars, the Port manages a diverse portfolio to generate revenues that support vital public services and amenities.
The Port champions Maritime, Waterfront Development, Public Safety, Experiences and Environment, all focused on enriching the relationship people and businesses have with our dynamic waterfront. From cargo and cruise terminals to hotels and restaurants, from marinas to museums, from 23 public parks to countless events, the Port contributes to the region’s prosperity and remarkable way of life on a daily basis.
ABOUT PORT OF SAN DIEGO ENVIRONMENT
Port of San Diego Environment champions the safekeeping and environmental care of our diverse ecosystems. Year after year, environmental goals are set and measured to evolve environmental initiatives – ensuring San Diego Bay remains a vibrant resource and contributes to a remarkable way of life for visitors and residents for generations to come.