Port of Aveiro Invests €500K in Renewable Energy to Cut Emissions and Boost Sustainability
Port of Aveiro Invests €500K in Renewable Energy to Cut Emissions and Boost Sustainability
The Port of Aveiro has announced a €500,000 investment in a collective self-consumption renewable energy project, aimed at cutting greenhouse gas emissions and reinforcing its commitment to the European Green Deal and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).According to a statement from the Port of Aveiro Administration, three Self-Consumption Production Units (UPAC) will be installed at strategic locations: the North Terminal, the Coastal Fishing Port, and the Liquid Bulk Terminal.
Major Energy Savings and Emissions Reductions
The project is expected to produce 656,553.32 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of renewable energy annually. This will enable the port to cover over 80% of its electricity needs through self-consumption, cutting external energy reliance significantly.The switch is projected to reduce total energy consumption by 575,891.92 kWh/year and prevent the release of 49.52 tonnes of CO₂ emissions annually—a notable contribution to climate action at the regional level.
Part of a Larger Climate Strategy
“This project is part of the Energy Transition Strategy approved by the Port of Aveiro Administration and aligns with the objectives of the European Green Deal,” the port’s official note reads.The initiative supports the EU’s broader goal of cutting greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by 2030, a central pillar of European climate policy.
Backed by the Environmental Fund and PRR
The project is being co-financed through Portugal’s Recovery and Resilience Plan (PRR) via the Environmental Fund, underscoring its importance in the national and EU-level climate transition framework. Implementation is set to begin later this year.With this bold move, the Port of Aveiro is positioning itself as a regional leader in green port infrastructure, combining environmental responsibility with operational efficiency—an example other European ports are likely to follow.
