Oslo ship energy storage design

Why should Oslo's cargo port be electrified?

Electrification of Oslo’s cargo port is vital to reducing transport sector emissions far beyond the port's borders. The cargo port is responsible for almost half the port's emissions, (18,000 tonnes of 40,000 tonnes in 2018). Planning is underway for shore power to cargo ships and emissions-free cargo handling in Oslo.

Why is the port of Oslo planning a 40% increase in cargo?

Maritime transport creates less than half the total emissions of all other forms of transport combined. The port's most important environmental measure is to help shift traffic from road to sea. Therefore, Port of Oslo is planning for a 50% increase in cargo and a 40% increase in passenger traffic by 2034.

How has the port of Oslo reduced its emissions?

Port of Oslo has reduced its emissions from port-owned vessels and vehicles from 230 tonnes in 2015 to 2.8 tonnes in 2020 by phasing out vehicles powered by fossil fuels, and investing in electric vehicles. Port vessels and vehicles stopped using fossil fuels in 2019.

Does Oslo have a zero-emissions port?

Ports and shipping account for 3% of Oslo’s greenhouse gas emissions. Port of Oslo's vision is to become the world's most environmentally friendly urban port. The plan for a zero-emissions port was established and approved by Oslo City Council in 2018. Implementation of the plan is underway.

Will Oslo become emissions-free?

Port of Oslo will become emissions-free, collaborate with stakeholders to phase out fossil fuels and adopt emissions-free solutions for maritime and land transport. Oslo is one of the world's most climate-conscious and environmentally ambitious port cities. By 2030, Oslo will eliminate 95% of greenhouse gas emissions.