Abstract
The international goals of combating climate change and reducing greenhouse gas emissions are driving container terminal operators to adopt renewable energy solutions. This study evaluated the feasibility and effectiveness of introducing renewable energy and eco-fuels for energy independence at the Jinhae New Port Container Terminal, South Korea. Using portfolio analysis, eight renewable energy technologies (solar power, solar thermal energy, wind energy, hydropower, marine energy, geothermal energy, bioenergy, and waste-to-energy) and seven eco-friendly fuels (electricity, liquefied natural gas, liquefied petroleum gas, hydrogen fuel cells, ammonia fuel cells, bioenergy, and hybrid systems) were assessed. Survey data from stakeholders identified solar, wind, and geothermal energies as the most viable for port facilities, whereas electricity, liquefied natural gas, and hybrid systems were identified as suitable for cargo handling and mobile equipment. A governance framework was proposed to effectively coordinate eco-friendly initiatives and ensure consistent progress toward energy independence. This study provides a strategic roadmap for developing a sustainable energy-independent port that complies with global environmental standards and enhances its operational efficiency.
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Sim, Min-seop; Kim, Yul-seong; and Lee, Chang-hee
(2025)
"An Evaluation of the Possibility and Effectiveness of Renewable Energy in Container Terminal at Jinhae New Port,"
Journal of Marine Science and Technology–Taiwan: Vol. 33:
Iss.
4, Article 9.
DOI: 10.51400/2709-6998.2796
Available at:
https://jmstt.ntou.edu.tw/journal/vol33/iss4/9
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