Module #1: Energy management in ports
Name of the organization and country
- RINA Consulting, Italy
- Fundación Valenciaport, Spain
Learning objectives of the module
On completion of this module, the participants will be able to:
- Understand key concepts related to energy audit, energy consumption, energy intensity and energy efficiency;
- Recognize the main standards (i.e. ISO 50001, EN 16247), guidelines and EU directives on energy (energy efficiency directive, renewable energy directive, energy performance of buildings directive);
- Analyse the energy flow and sources, and distinguish the different type of energy and energy users;
- Identify techniques to plan correctly a data collection and a monitoring campaign, and to support the energy audit process;
- Recognize the different areas of energy consumption within a port and identify the options and measures to support energy transition;
- Learn from case studies of ports that have successfully carried out energy transition measures.
Module duration
Ca. 60 minutes.
Estimated workload/study load
Ca. 7 hours.
Module #2: Energy transition in ports: Tools, methods, and the case of hydrogen integration
Name of the organization and country
- MagellanCircle, Italy
- Argo Anleg, Germany
Learning objectives of the module
On completion of this module, the participants will be able to:
- Understand key tools for ports’ green transition: Gain basic knowledge of the present key tools and frameworks driving sustainability in ports.
- Evaluate the hydrogen supply chain: Develop a deeper understanding of the hydrogen supply chain, including production, storage, and transportation logistics.
- Identify hydrogen application options: Recognize and assess various options for integrating hydrogen applications within ports.
- Assess and manage risks: Gain awareness of the risks associated with hydrogen use and learn effective strategies for risk management and mitigation.
Module duration
Ca. 90 minutes.
Estimated workload/study load
Ca. 12 hours.
Module #3: Technologies and techniques for the energy transition in ports
Name of the organization and country
- Argo Anleg, Germany
Learning objectives of the module
On completion of this module, the participants will be able to:
- Develop a basic understanding of existing technologies and future technologies
- Identify and apply appropriate technologies for specific use cases
- Develop an understanding of how the chosen technologies can be implemented
- Analyse the regulatory, infrastructure, human capital needs for the implementation of energy transition technologies in the port
- Develop strategies for effective stakeholder engagement, ensuring that the relevant stakeholders are aligned in technology implementation
Module duration
Ca. 90 minutes.
Estimated workload/study load
Ca. 8 hours.
Module #4: Ports as integrated hubs for energy transition
Name of the organization and country
- World Maritime University, Sweden
Learning objectives of the module
On completion of this module, the participants will be able to:
- Understand the general concepts of sustainable and green ports
- Recognize the strategic role of ports in global supply chains
- Evaluate port governance implications for port energy transition
- Analyse the best port management practices for the implementation of port decarbonisation and energy transition
- Illustrate the relationship of ports with the surroundings and near-port areas
- Develop knowledge and skills related to the management of stakeholders engaged in port energy transition
Module duration
Ca. 60 minutes.
Estimated workload/study load
Ca. 9 hours.
Module #5: Key policies, regulations and European efforts towards port sustainability
Name of the organization and country
- IHE Delft, The Netherlands
Learning objectives of the module
On completion of this module, the participants will be able to:
- Identify and apply current key policies and regulations on port sustainability
- Demonstrate techniques to identify the relevant policies and regulations towards achieving port sustainability and renewable energy integration
- Identify regulatory tools for energy transition in the context of European ports
- Evaluate and propose techniques for the transition of port activities and value chains towards carbon-neutrality
- Discuss the green port initiatives and port environmental programs promoting port sustainability and identify the best practices
- Summarize the existing ship-related port emission reduction measures and programmes
Module duration
Ca. 60 minutes.
Estimated workload/study load
Ca. 15 hours.
Module #6: Local master plan development
Name of the organization and country
- Ennshafen OÖ GmbH, Austria
- Argo-Anleg GmbH, Germany
Learning objectives of the module
On completion of this module, the participants will be able to:
- Develop a basic knowledge of establishing an inland port development plan with the support of the SEANERGY master plan
- Improve your existing knowledge and experience on inland port business regarding energy-related items
- Identify options for fulfilling the future challenges of inland ports regarding energy
- Learn about the best practices and strategy developments of inland ports supported by the SEANERGY master plan
Module duration
Ca. 60 minutes.
Estimated workload/study load
Ca. 12 hours.
Module #7: Tailoring the high-level masterplan to my port
Name of the organization and country
- DAFNI, Greece
Learning objectives of the module
On completion of this module, the participants will be able to:
- Identify and analyse the key stakeholder engagement strategies and policy coordination techniques relevant to port adaptation
- Analyse port operations to identify areas with the greatest potential for improvement and innovation
- Identify the key criteria and considerations for choosing the most suitable technologies to support sustainable development for their port environments such as:
- Shore power connection for vessels, improved reduction of carbon emissions in ports
- Technology that improves energy efficiency for port related activities
- Evaluate and choose technologies that align with the specific needs and goals of each port, such as renewable energy, energy storage systems, smart port technologies, etc.
- Develop strategies for effective stakeholder engagement, ensuring that the interests and concerns of all relevant parties are addressed
Module duration
Ca. 60 minutes.
Estimated workload/study load
Ca. 12 hours.
Module #8: Evaluating the energy and environmental performance of ports
Name of the organization and country
- Rina Consulting, Italy
- Zero-Emissions Engineering, The Netherlands
Learning objectives of the module
On completion of this module, the participants will be able to:
- Discuss, and apply the key concepts and techniques related to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) in port operations.
- Define and learn from two land and in-land case studies of European ports that have successfully carried out ESG evaluation and commitment.
- Distinguish the level of energy performance in port operations and identify the energy demand to conduct the LCA.
- Learn how to apply and understand the principles, methodologies, and tools of Life Cycle Sustainability Assessment (LCA) in port operations.
- Analyse the Seanergy project case study to understand the application of the LCA methodology.
Module duration
Ca. 60 minutes.
Estimated workload/study load
Ca. 12 hours.
Module #9: Continuous improvement of port performance
Name of the organization and country
- World Maritime University, Sweden
- IHE Delft, The Netherlands
Learning objectives of the module
On completion of this module, the participants will be able to:
- Examine the importance of continuous improvement in enhancing port performance
- Evaluate the monitoring mechanisms and frameworks for ensuring accountability in port operations
- Understand the feedback loops and conduct a critical analysis of operational outcomes
- Explain the strategies for identifying and addressing ‘low-hanging fruits’ and planning ambitious interventions
- Describe the actions based on measurable outcomes and continuously assess the performance for further enhancement
- Discuss the different environmental and social performance improvement programmes in EU ports
Module duration
Ca. 60 minutes.
Estimated workload/study load
Ca. 9 hours.
Module #10: Driving port energy transition through communication and stakeholder collaboration
Name of the organization and country
- Fundación Valenciaport, Spain
- ATPERSON, Spain
Learning objectives of the module
On completion of this module, the participants will be able to:
- Understand why communication is important for energy transition in ports
- Identify and classify port stakeholders
- Understand how to engage port stakeholders in decarbonization topics
- Learn about port decarbonization communication strategies
- Assess the current energy transition communication strategies in the largest European ports
- Organise stakeholders’ engagement events with a focus on port decarbonization topics
- Develop and implement effective communication strategies for port decarbonisation strategies
Module duration
Ca. 60 minutes.
Estimated workload/study load
Ca. 6 hours.
Module #11: How to finance the clean energy transition of my port
Name of the organization and country
- Argo-Anleg GmbH, Germany
- Ennshafen OÖ GmbH, Austria
Learning objectives of the module
On completion of this module, the participants will be able to:
- Interpret different financing methods
- Analyse the differences between the financing methods
- Identify options for financing energy transition in your business
- Learn about the best financing practices for clean energy and adopt those strategies in your own transition path
Module duration
Ca. 60 minutes.
Estimated workload/study load
Ca. 5 hours.