Green Ports &
Shipping
Maritime Decarbonisation OBF Members PMAESA KCB MAERSK ABB The Gap
Maritime shipping generates nearly 3% of global greenhouse gas emissions, and the WIO's major ports currently have no shore power infrastructure. Every vessel berthed in the region runs diesel generators continuously, emitting pollutants precisely at the point where switching to grid power is most feasible.
What We're Building
Working with port authorities, shipping lines, and national energy utilities across four WIO ports to develop the policy frameworks, technical specifications, and partnership structures needed for shore power electrification, cutting emissions and operational costs simultaneously.
No single port authority, shipping line, or energy company will fund the multi-stakeholder alignment and feasibility work that makes electrification viable; foundation investment funds this enabling layer, making the capital case compelling for all parties.
Expected Impact
4 Ports WIO Port Authorities with Shore Power Frameworks 40%+ Vessel Emissions Reduced at Berth Across Target Ports $50M+ Green Infrastructure Capital Unlocked for Port Electrification 15,000+/yr Vessel Calls Benefiting from Clean Shore PowerProject Partners
In Action
Shore powerconnection Energy infrastructure
upgrade Cleaner ports,
stronger future