LA points Cannon at green port business

The port of Los Angeles has appointed Christopher Cannon as its new director of environmental management.

Cannon has worked at the port for several years as a consultant, most recently helping to manage the implementation and daily operation of the highly successful Clean Truck Programme. Cannon replaces Ralph Appy, who retired earlier this year.

“Chris’ strong background in environmental regulations, managing multi-jurisdictional environmental review and technical permitting projects – coupled with his legal background and experience with regulatory agencies and public officials – make him an outstanding choice to lead the environmental management division into the future,” said deputy executive director of development Mike Christensen.

In his new role, Cannon will be responsible for balancing commerce and growth with ecological sustainability at the nation’s busiest container port.

The division assesses environmental impacts of development projects and determines appropriate mitigation measures. It also prepares and distributes any environmental documentation mandated by state and federal law; special studies involving dredging, noise abatement, water quality and air quality; contamination characterizations; wildlife management; and establishment of policies regarding environmental quality issues.
 

Source: Cargonews Asia