This initiative, aimed at decreasing reliance on the electricity grid and optimizing energy management, represents a significant step towards a more sustainable operating model for port facilities. Over the past year, the infrastructure has generated and managed over 415 MWh of renewable energy.
The system has enabled the port to achieve up to eight months of energy self-sufficiency, reaching a 62% independence from the grid. The project was developed in collaboration with the company Ampere Energy.
The implemented solution includes a SEMS Buffer Outdoor energy storage system of 100 kW and 480 kWh, complemented by a photovoltaic solar installation. This system not only stores the energy produced to manage its use according to needs but also incorporates energy backup to cover potential supply interruptions and security systems with fire detection and suppression.
“"The project marks a before and after in the energy model of the facilities, allowing for a significant reduction in operational costs and advancing towards a more autonomous, resilient port aligned with the decarbonization objectives of the maritime sector."
The initiative was presented as a success story at the XXII Technical Conferences of Ports of Catalonia, held on May 7 and 8 in Roses. This gathering focused on the challenges of sustainability, innovation, and energy efficiency in port infrastructures.
“"Marina Palamós is an example of how technological innovation can transform key infrastructures, as the combination of smart storage and solar energy allows for maximizing self-consumption and reducing exposure to energy volatility."
