May 09, 2025
The Port of Virginia is collaborating with Norfolk Southern on its new RailGreen program that reduces supply chain emissions for shippers.
With the first-of-its-kind emission reduction program for freight rail connecting to the East Coast's most sustainable port, shippers now have the nation's first "RailGreen Corridor" to conduct business.
Norfolk Southern runs daily service to and from The Virginia Inland Port (VIP) - the Port of Virginia's intermodal terminal in Front Royal. VIP connects to The Port of Virginia's terminals in Norfolk Harbor. Cargo owners using Norfolk Southern's lane can participate in RailGreen and reduce emissions.
RailGreen builds on Norfolk Southern's sustainable initiatives like increased biofuel, solar power for rail yards, and hybrid locomotives. The Port of Virginia is the East Coast's first port to power all terminals with 100% clean energy, and cargo moves there with the lowest emissions on the coast.
What powers RailGreen Blockchain-backed Environmental Attribute Certificates from 123Carbon - the leading, independent book-and-claim platform - ensure each metric ton of reduced emission is tracked to avoid double counting. Third-party validation verifies carbon-reducing activities against international standards.
Source: Virginia Port Authority