Are Port energy transitions commercially viable?

Because of the unique composition of the wider port area and the supply chains it services, each port presents a different energy landscape. Therefore, there is no optimal form of energy transition, but a variety of options and opportunities remain to be demonstrated and validated as commercially viable.

Why is energy storage a critical port function?

Ensuring availability of these electrical resources to meet loads which are intermittent and uncertain is becoming a critical port function. It requires investment in multi-vector energy supply chains, energy storage in ports and their associated energy management systems.

What role does a port play in the energy transition?

The energy transition of ports, including their further electrification, will likely result in a wide diversity of functions and power systems, underlining the enduring unique role each port plays. Because of the unique composition of the wider port area and the supply chains it services, each port presents a different energy landscape.

How much power does a downtown terminal need?

Arup’s analysis found that the Downtown Terminal could see a peak demand of 17 MW which would not be feasible with current capacity constraints. The Blueprint, therefore, provided guidance on meeting each terminal's power requirements by deploying a battery energy storage system.

What role do ports play in the energy sector?

The role of ports in the energy sector has long been significant, with over a third of current shipping linked to the transport and trade in fossil fuels. However, the dominance of coal, oil and gas will diminish as the world shifts towards cleaner energy solutions. How do ports and the wider maritime sector fit into the new, green energy world?

How can ports reduce energy costs?

ESSOP has explored two ways in which ports can minimize their energy costs by using energy storage: • Optimising how to use PV solar generation to offset grid electricity. The wholesale price of energy varies every half-hour, and on a time-of-day tariff this variation is passed onto users.