A Practical Guide to Sustainable Marine Operations and Environmental Management
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the Marine Environmental Management System (MEMS), a structured approach designed to help maritime organizations reduce their environmental impact and comply with international regulations. Grounded in the principles of ISO 14001 and adapted specifically for marine and coastal operations, MEMS supports sustainable practices in shipping, offshore energy, fisheries, port activities, and other ocean-based industries.
What you’ll learn
- Understand the Principles of Marine Environmental Management: Learners will be able to explain the core concepts and importance of marine environmental managem.
- Apply Environmental Management System (EMS) Standards in a Marine Context: Learners will be able to apply relevant international standards (such as ISO 14001).
- Identify and Assess Environmental Impacts in Marine Settings: Learners will be able to conduct environmental impact assessments (EIAs), identify key marine env.
- Demonstrate Knowledge of Legal and Regulatory Frameworks: Learners will understand global and regional marine environmental regulations and conventions (e.g.,.
Course Content
- Introduction –> 1 lecture • 7min.
- Module 2 Environmental Standards and Legislation –> 1 lecture • 8min.
- Module 3 Types of Waste and Marine Waste Management –> 1 lecture • 5min.
- Module 4 Energy Efficiency and Environmental Improvement –> 1 lecture • 7min.
- Module 5 Environmental Inspections and Audits –> 1 lecture • 7min.
- Module 6 Crew Training and Continuous Improvement –> 1 lecture • 5min.
- Module 7 Support Technologies in Marine Environmental Management System –> 2 lectures • 6min.
- Module 8 Summary and Practical Steps for Implementation of EMS –> 1 lecture • 6min.
Requirements
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the Marine Environmental Management System (MEMS), a structured approach designed to help maritime organizations reduce their environmental impact and comply with international regulations. Grounded in the principles of ISO 14001 and adapted specifically for marine and coastal operations, MEMS supports sustainable practices in shipping, offshore energy, fisheries, port activities, and other ocean-based industries.
Throughout the course, learners will explore key topics including waste management at sea, energy efficiency, emissions control, compliance with MARPOL Annexes, environmental inspections and audits, and the role of digital technologies in modern marine operations. Special focus is placed on crew training, continuous improvement, and building a culture of environmental responsibility onboard.
Practical tools such as Garbage Management Plans (GMP), emissions monitoring systems, and internal audit checklists are introduced to help learners apply concepts in real-world maritime settings. The course concludes with a step-by-step guide to implementing or improving a Marine Environmental Management System.
Whether you are a student, marine professional, crew member or environmental officer, this course equips you with the knowledge and skills to support cleaner, safer, and more sustainable marine operations.
No prior experience is required—just a commitment to protecting our oceans and improving maritime practices.
The video course is produce by using AI ( artificial intelligence) models for the presentations.
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