
EcoSphere Platform – Integrated Emissions, Compliance and Energy Management
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EcoSphere Platform – Integrated Emissions, Compliance and Energy Management
EcoSphere is Ecostart’s proprietary digital platform designed to provide a comprehensive solution for emissions compliance, regulatory reporting, and energy efficiency management in the maritime sector.
Developed to meet the industry’s growing sustainability and compliance needs, EcoSphere unifies all major environmental regulations — including the EU Monitoring, Reporting and Verification (MRV) Regulation (EU) 2015/757, the EU Emissions Trading System for Maritime Transport (EU Directive 2023/958), the FuelEU Maritime Regulation (EU) 2023/1805, and the IMO Data Collection System (DCS) — into a single, intelligent digital environment.
The platform ensures accurate monitoring, reporting, and verification of emissions data while empowering shipowners and operators to enhance energy performance, predict emissions trends, and maintain full compliance with evolving international standards.
Core Capabilities
- Unified Regulatory Compliance
EcoSphere integrates compliance with EU MRV, EU ETS, FuelEU Maritime, and IMO DCS requirements into one seamless process — ensuring data consistency,
traceability, and audit readiness.
- Real-Time Data Collection and Analytics
Continuous integration with onboard systems enables real-time monitoring of vessel operations, fuel consumption, and emissions data, allowing for immediate
insights and optimized decision-making.
- Automated and Verified Reporting
Automated generation of MRV, DCS, ETS and FuelEU reports, aligned with the latest regulatory templates and submission timelines, minimizing administrative
effort while maintaining full compliance.
- Predictive Emissions and EUA Calculations
Advanced algorithms calculate Emission Units Allocation (EUAs) and voyage-level emissions predictions for both current and upcoming voyages, in line with EU
ETS.
- User-Friendly Performance Dashboards
Intuitive dashboards display key compliance indicators, emissions trends, and energy efficiency metrics, supporting operational transparency and long-term
performance optimization.
Scope of Services
1. Initial Setup and Data Management
- Collection of vessel particulars and certification documents to establish accurate GHG data baselines.
- Creation of a dedicated EcoSphere account providing access to vessel profiles, emissions calculations, and fuel consumption data.
- Processing and verification of daily noon reports to ensure the reliability of operational data inputs.
- Daily calculations of CO₂, SOx, NOx, and PM emissions based on vessel characteristics, fuel type, and operational conditions.
2. MRV, DCS, and EU ETS Reporting
- Preparation and submission of annual MRV and DCS documentation based on operational data provided by the client.
- Development of EU ETS reports, including calculation of voyage-based allocated EU Allowances (EUAs) and compliance summaries.
- Compilation of company-level emissions reports, offering a consolidated overview of fleet emissions in line with EU ETS Maritime requirements.
3. FuelEU Maritime Monitoring & Compliance Management (Available from October 2025)
- Seamless integration of FuelEU monitoring into the EcoSphere platform for real-time tracking of GHG emissions.
- Automated compliance validation against FuelEU GHG intensity reduction targets set by Regulation (EU) 2023/1805.
- Alerts and recommendations for operational adjustments to maintain compliance.
- Continuous current and next voyage penalties calculation
4. Reporting & Analytics
- FuelEU Compliance Reports: Detailed analyses of vessel emissions performance and compliance status.
- Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) Assessments: Evaluation of biofuel impacts and forecasting of vessel efficiency.
- Comparative and Historical Reports: Assessment of emissions trends and biofuel benefits across reporting periods.
- FuelEU Penalty Risk Reports: Specialized analyses estimating potential non-compliance costs for completed or planned voyages.
5. Consulting, Training, and Support
- Biofuel Optimization Consulting: Expert advice on fuel transition strategies and emissions reduction.
- Regulatory Advisory: Continuous updates on EU and IMO developments, ensuring ongoing compliance.
- Training and Technical Support: Initial user onboarding and continuous support for effective EcoSphere platform utilization.
