Renewable Energy Based Smart Microgrids—A Pathway To Green Port Development
Abstract
Ports as an industry account for 3% of global greenhouse gas
emissions. Sustainable initiatives and zero net energy goals are driving
the use of renewable energy sources, such as solar photovoltaic, wind,
and other systems. The main objective of this article is to discuss ways
to reduce greenhouse gas emissions inside the port by integrating re-
newable energy technologies in an efficient manner using micro grids.
Clean energy-based, direct current (DC) microgrids are considered as a
revolutionary power solution. In several development sectors, they are
becoming increasingly attractive to researchers since they generate less
greenhouse gases (GHGs), lower operating costs, and offer flexibility.
This article highlights and details the benefits of implementing renew-
able-based DC microgrids with suitable energy storage technologies to
achieve sustainable port energy management.
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