# An Ocean Scientist explains... the Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII)

Sofar Ocean CEO Tim Janssen, PhD provides an in-depth explanation of the Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII), a major maritime shipping decarbonization regulation.

**Date:** Mar 2, 2023

The [Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII)](/content/posts/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-carbon-intensity-indicator-cii/index.html) is top of mind for maritime shipping companies. The measure, which aims to reduce emissions industry-wide, is catalyzing investment in digital solutions — like Sofar's [Wayfinder](/content/wayfinder-old/index.html) voyage optimization platform — that support fleetwide decarbonization efforts.

In the video above, Sofar CEO Tim Janssen, PhD provides an in-depth explanation of CII, detailing:

- How CII scores are calculated
- The effect vessel speed and ocean weather have on CII scores
- How voyage optimization platforms are adapting to incorporate CII considerations

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