Sustainable shipping at port of Bilbao
The United Nations' Resilience 4 Ports report, presented at COP 29, recognises the port of Bilbao's “BilbOPS” project for advancing climate resilience and sustainability in maritime operations. The initiative integrates onshore power supply (OPS) technology with renewable energy sources like solar, wind, and wave power to reduce emissions, noise, and vibrations, benefitting nearby communities and port workers.
Alongside OPS, the port has introduced biodiversity measures, including biomimetic micro-reefs and ecological monitoring through collaborations with universities and conservation groups. Supporting 900 annual port calls, “BilbOPS” aims to enhance port operations while promoting environmental protection and renewable energy use. (pb)