The Clean Ports Report Card
Championing Clean Ports for Healthier Communities
The Clean Ports Report Card is the first accountability tool grading major U.S. ports on emissions, transparency, and community engagement. It gives advocates a clear way to hold ports accountable and leverage new federal funding to deliver cleaner air and stronger economic prosperity.
Report Cards
See how major ports are performing on environmental and community health metrics.
Port Authority of New York and New Jersey
New York/New Jersey
Grade: Wharf in Progress
Key Highlights:
- •Comprehensive monitoring system
- •Zero-emission equipment pilots
- •Regular community meetings
Port of Houston
Texas
Grade: Wharf in Progress
Key Highlights:
- •Initial emissions inventory completed
- •Developing clean air plan
- •Beginning stakeholder engagement
Port of New Orleans
Louisiana
Grade: Preparing to Launch
Key Highlights:
- •Improving air quality monitoring
- •New clean truck program
- •Expanding community partnerships
Port of San Diego
California
Grade: Rising Star
Key Highlights:
- •Strong emissions inventory
- •Active community engagement
- •Clear decarbonization timeline
About
The Clean Ports Report Card Project is a collaboration of national and local partners working to make ports transparent, accountable, and healthier. By centering local voices, it amplifies the perspectives of residents most impacted by port pollution.
Learn more about our mission to create healthier port communities through comprehensive environmental assessments and community-led initiatives.