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| Energy efficiency in our daily lives. The Dutch example, seen here in The Hague. |
The Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI) for new ships is an important technical measure that aims to promote the use of more energy efficient equipment and engines. According to the International Maritime Organization, "from 1 January 2013, following an initial two year phase zero when new ship design will need to meet the reference level for their ship type, the level is to be tightened incrementally every five years, and so the EEDI is expected to stimulate continued innovation and technical development of all the components influencing the fuel efficiency of a ship from its design phase."
As long as the required energy efficiency level is attained, ship designers and builders are free to use the most cost-efficient solutions for the ship to comply with the regulations, the IMO says.
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