25.03.2021
Artikel Nummer: 35774
Docks in Barcelona on wire
The Port of Barcelona has begun to roll out its dock electrification plan. The aim is to halve the CO2 emissions of port operations by 2030 and become a carbon neutral port even before the year 2050.
EUR 90 million are earmarked for the project, easing the ships' connection to the general electricity grid when docked, using clean energy with 100% renewable certification of origin. The Port of Barcelona wharf electrification plan is in line with the United Nations sustainable development goals (SDGs).
Mercè Conesa, president of the port: “It is excellent news that Red Eléctrica has confirmed the construction of the Ronda Litoral Substation with a connection to the Port of Barcelona." (cd)