This ambitious proposal is broken down into three distinct objectives, but always sharing the same link, that is, the generation of green and sustainable energy in the port and with zero emissions of both noise and CO2

The Port of Málaga has presented a proposal for the development of photovoltaic energy facilities in some of the most emblematic locations of the harbour enclosure to the European project Poseidon, funded by the Innovation Fund program, thus continuing with the initiative Puerto Verde has been promoted by the Harbour Authority since 2019.

The proposal is focused on replacing the use of auxiliary engines of ships and vessels during port mooring operations, through a 100% renewable electrical connection. This action will reduce the burning of fossil fuels and also the noise pollution generated by these ships, minimizing the activity of the port, which takes place in the urban environment of the capital.

The main objective is the design and construction of an electrical infrastructure for the 1 and 2 docks of the Guadiaro, where the new megayate marina managed by IGY Malaga Marina will be located, with a supply of up to 2,1MW of simultaneous power and with 100% renewable energy, until an annual energy consumption will be reached around the 4GWh. A ground infrastructure (PAHO) is proposed for this solution, which will be managed by blockchain technology to ensure that the source of this energy is a 100% renewable source.

Continuing with the green conversion of the Port of Málaga, the project proposes the design and construction of a solar plant of 0.8MW for the electrical supply of the main buildings of pier 3 of the port, specifically the offices of the Harbour Authority, the Maritime Station and areas of parking of vehicles and shuttles of cruises.

Finally, and to complete the circle, the proposal includes a third objective consisting of the feasibility study and project design of a 2.5 MW floating photovoltaic plant that could provide service to the docks dedicated to the cruise ships in the Port of Malaga. This new technology could facilitate the implementation of photovoltaic systems in ports, where surface scarcity prevents large-scale deployment.

The members are:

Acciona Ingeniería / Ocean Infrastructure Management S.L., as consultants and coordinators.
IGY Malaga Marina and Harbour Authority, infrastructure beneficiaries of this initiative.
Bluenewables, as a technological partner.
Málagaport, as a project diver.