Exam Question
(a) What do you understand by the term EEXI? Provide an overview and its implementation process. (8)
(b) Discuss the improvement methods commonly considered in order to achieve energy efficiency optimization with respect to EEXI? (12)
Class 4 (4th Engineer)
SSEP
📅 Dec 2023
Reference Answer
### (a) Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index (EEXI) and Implementation Process
#### Overview of EEXI
The **Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index (EEXI)** is a technical measure mandated by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) through amendments to **MARPOL Annex VI, Chapter 4**. Its primary objective is to reduce the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and carbon intensity of the existing global shipping fleet. It complements the Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI), which applies to new ships.
Key concepts of EEXI are:
#### Overview of EEXI
The **Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index (EEXI)** is a technical measure mandated by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) through amendments to **MARPOL Annex VI, Chapter 4**. Its primary objective is to reduce the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and carbon intensity of the existing global shipping fleet. It complements the Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI), which applies to new ships.
Key concepts of EEXI are:
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