Project summary
Decarbonisation of maritime transport is an important part of the COM 'Fit for 55'-package to support the target of reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by at least 55 per cent in 2030.
The proposals included in 'Fit for 55' for a Regulation of the EP and the Council on the use of renewable and low-carbon fuels in maritime transport (FuelEU Maritime) and on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure (AFIR) lay the foundation for the EU-wide deployment and use of onshore power supply (OPS) in EU ports from 2030 onwards.
Since OPS is a relatively young and cost-intensive technology, there are some challenges for ports regarding the deployment and operation of shore-side electricity (SSE) supply, and its ongoing operation. The overarching objective of BREEZE is to help create a supporting framework, promote both deployment and use of SSE facilities before the entry into force of an EU-wide shore power obligation from 2030 onwards.
BREEZE brings together 9 partners from 8 countries from Northern, Eastern, Southern and Western Europe, pursuing the goal to push the overall promotion of OPS in the EU by helping to establish a widespread and attractive supply and exploring points of reference in existing regulations.
Project activities comprise the exchange of experiences and sharing of practices among the participating regions (e.g. round-table discussions, workshops, site visits) and the launching of different studies on the deployment and operation of OPS. Furthermore, the project partners (PPs) will jointly develop strategies and/or outputs that will help to improve existing and shape future policies for OPS readiness in ports by 2030. Close cooperation between PPs will yield synergies and valuable results on the advancement of OPS.
This will enhance the availability and usage of OPS before the entry into force of an EU-wide shore power obligation in 2030. Thereby, carbon and pollutant emissions can be reduced significantly when ships are at berth.