Electrification of Spanish ports It is one of the most anticipated and important measures that will help decarbonise the shipping industry. This electrification should take place across the European Union in 2030 to facilitate the connection of ships docking at these facilities to the electrical grid. thus shutting down its auxiliary enginestherefore reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
To achieve this goal, all EU ports must implement Onshore Power Supply (OPS) technology. electrical connection between the dock and the ships docking at the port.
In addition, the electricity provided to ships to turn off their auxiliary engines must be 100% renewable.
The main purpose is because All ports in the country will be electrified by 2030 and major port operators are ISO 14001 certified, the most internationally recognized and used standard for environmental system adoption. Ports such as Valencia, Vigo or Castellón already have this accreditation.
Cádiz is the first port to provide electrical connections to cruise ships
Electricity companies are also asked to play an important role. Actually, Endesa is from the capital. Everything is expected to be ready in August 2024.
The purpose pursued is to ensure that the boats on which the furniture is docked Instead of emitting CO2 and consuming diesel, they can connect to the electricity grid and get their needs from renewable energy.
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Economic cost of electrification
So what will the electrification of all ports in Spain cost?
We have our country 48 ports declared for the general interest of the state and they will need to make a total investment to comply with obligations arising from the law 450 million euros by 2030 To electrify operations at cruise, ferry and container docks.
According to El Periódico de la Energía, data from Ocean Capital Partners (OCP), an international firm based in Madrid specializing in the port sector, 1,000 new direct and indirect jobs For the implementation of these electrification projects.
This report details that the lack of electricity near ports necessitates the construction of infrastructures such as electricity substations, which expand the electricity generation capacity, resulting in an increase in investment cost.
This will lead to serious difficulties. deadlines for execution of workBecause permission must be obtained from distribution companies for the construction of the necessary facilities, and from municipal councils for the opening of the city’s electricity networks and pipelines.
Less noise and vibration
By eliminating fossil fuel consumption through auxiliary engines, we contribute to the reduction of both CO2 emissions and polluting particles and gases. Moreover, Access to power supply via direct connection to port significantly reduces noise and vibration During the ship’s stay in port.
As a whole, Energy transformation in all Spain’s ports will require an investment of over 4.5 billion eurosIt is mainly aimed at the application of renewable energy sources, the electrification of port facilities and the production of biofuels for ships.
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