As an instrumentality of the State, the Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) mission states that the organization will develop, maintain and operate ocean and inland river ports within Georgia; foster international trade and new industry for state and local communities; promote Georgia’s agricultural, industrial and natural resources; and maintain the natural quality of the environment. To that end, the GPA is committed to conducting port operations in an environmentally sensitive and responsible manner to the extent feasible, practicable and consistent with the GPA’s overall mission and goals.
We will strive to:
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meet or exceed all applicable federal, state, and local regulations and other commitments;
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define and establish environmental objectives, targets and best management practices and monitor performance;
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minimize pollution from port operations;
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continually improve the port’s performance;
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ensure that the environmental management policy is available to staff, tenants, customers and the general public; and
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communicate our performance to the community.