Engineering · Pollution — MARPOL Annex VI
MARPOL Annex VI regulates the discharge to the atmosphere of:
- AOily bilge water
- BGarbage
- CSewage
- DAir pollutants from ships — NOx, SOx, particulate matter, and ozone-depleting substances✓ Correct
Explanation
Annex VI sets limits on NOx (engine certification by Tier), SOx (via fuel sulfur caps, e.g., the 0.50% global cap and 0.10% in ECAs), and ozone-depleting substances. Annex I covers oil, IV sewage, V garbage.
Authority: MARPOL Annex VI (Air Pollution)
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