Summary of the DigiTechPort2030 Webinar on Decarbonisation of Small- and Medium-Sized Ports
On 27 March 2025, the DigiTechPort2030 project hosted a webinar titled “Efficient Approach to the Decarbonisation of Small- and Medium-Sized Ports” at 9:30 CET. Conducted online and open to all at no cost, the event aimed to share insights into sustainable port operations and introduce key tools developed under the DigiTechPort2030 initiative.
The DigiTechPort2030 webinar, “Efficient Approach to the Decarbonisation of Small- and Medium-Sized Ports,” took place online on 27 March 2025 at 9:30 CET. Hosted by the DigiTechPort2030 project, the event was free, open to all, and aimed to showcase tools and strategies for sustainable port operations. The webinar featured three key speakers who presented the project’s mission and its innovative tools for decarbonisation. Below is a summary of each speaker’s contribution.
Elizaveta Diatlova
Role: Representative of the Lead Partner, DigiTechPort2030
Topic: Panoramic Overview of DigiTechPort2030
Summary: Elizaveta Diatlova opened the webinar with a comprehensive introduction to the DigiTechPort2030 project. She outlined its objectives, emphasizing digitalization and sustainability as key drivers for decarbonizing small- and medium-sized ports. Her presentation covered the project’s scope, its relevance to the maritime sector, and its role in fostering innovation across European ports. This segment served as an accessible entry point for newcomers, highlighting the project’s vision and ongoing activities.
Stefan Jankowski and Marcin Przywarty
Role: Professors at the Maritime University of Szczecin
Topic: Green Energy Harmonisation Toolbox
Summary: Professors Stefan Jankowski and Marcin Przywarty jointly presented the Green Energy Harmonisation Toolbox, a key deliverable of the DigiTechPort2030 project. They explained how the toolbox supports small- and medium-sized ports in adopting sustainable energy practices, such as optimizing energy use and integrating renewable sources. Their talk included technical details on the toolbox’s functionality, its application in port operations, and its potential to reduce carbon emissions, offering practical insights for port managers and stakeholders.
Lawrence Henesey, Ph.D.
Role: Project Expert, DigiTechPort2030
Topic: Green Compass Tool
Summary: Lawrence Henesey closed the presentations with an in-depth look at the Green Compass tool, designed as a guide for small- and medium-sized ports undergoing a green transition. He detailed how the tool provides actionable steps and frameworks to implement sustainable practices, such as electrification and emissions reduction strategies. His presentation highlighted the tool’s user-friendly approach and its adaptability to the unique challenges faced by smaller ports, making it a vital resource for the maritime sector’s decarbonisation efforts.
Overall Impact
The webinar offered a valuable opportunity to explore DigiTechPort2030’s innovative solutions for decarbonisation and learn about the project’s broader mission to foster sustainability in the maritime sector. Watch the full webinar recording here: DigiTechPort2030 Webinar Recording.
