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Masters · 1600 h · 11 modules
Master's in Renewable Energies for Mitigation in Ports
This program prepares you to lead the energy transition in the port sector. Learn to design, implement, and manage renewable energy projects that reduce the carbon footprint of ports and transform them into sustainable energy…
Duration1600 h
FormatOnline
Starts30 November
Places20 / 20
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What is the Master’s in Renewable Energies for Mitigation in Ports?
The Master's in Renewable Energy for Mitigation in Ports
This program prepares you to lead the energy transition in the port sector. Learn to design, implement, and manage renewable energy projects that reduce the carbon footprint of ports and transform them into sustainable energy hubs. Master key technologies, from solar and wind power to energy storage and smart grid management, with a practical approach tailored to the specific needs of the port environment.
This program prepares you to lead the energy transition in the port sector.
Differential Advantages
- Real-World Case Studies: Analyze successful projects and learn from the challenges overcome in ports around the world.
- Simulations and Software Tools: Use specialized software to model and optimize renewable energy systems.
- Collaboration with Industry Experts: Interact with leading professionals in renewable energy and port management.
- Development of Practical Projects: Apply your knowledge to real-world projects and build a professional portfolio.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with companies and organizations seeking renewable energy professionals for ports.
Programme type
Master's Degree
Study mode
Online
Duration
1,600 hours
Modules
11
Start date
05-12-2026
Programme highlights
- Advanced Specialization: Master renewable energy technologies applied to port environments for effective mitigation.
- Port Sustainability: Learn to design and implement wind, solar, and hydropower solutions in ports, reducing their environmental footprint.
- Energy Efficiency: Optimize energy consumption and management in port infrastructure, achieving significant savings and complying with environmental regulations.
- Case Studies: Analyze real-world projects and develop skills for strategic decision-making in the port energy transition.
- Professional Networking: Connect with industry experts and expand your career opportunities in a growing market. constant.
- Apply your knowledge to drive innovation and sustainability in the port sector.
Curriculum
Programme Structure
The programme is structured in 11 modules, listed below in order of study.
01
Energy diagnosis, carbon footprint and port regulatory framework
- Analysis of energy consumption and emissions map in port nodes - ships, land machinery and buildings
- Greenhouse Gas Inventory (GHG) methodology according to the GHG protocol and ISO 14064 in Ports
- Local air pollution in port environments: sulphur dioxide ($SO_X$), nitrogen oxides ($NO_X$), particulate matter ($PM$) and $CO_2$
- IMO Regulations: IMO Strategy on the Reduction of GHG emissions from ships and ECA/DRY zones
- European and Global Port Energy Transition Regulations: Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Directive (AFIR) and Fueleu Maritime
- Key Indicators of Energy Performance (EPIS) and Port Environmentalization Index (Environmental Ship Index - ESI)
- Energy audit tools and management systems according to ISO 5001 standard adapted to terminals
- Evaluation of the socioeconomic and public health impact of port pollution in coastal cities
- Green financing models for port infrastructures: European funds, green bonds and public-private partnerships (APP)
- Life Cycle Analysis (CVA) of traditional port operations versus electrified operations
02
Solar photovoltaic and thermal energy in the port public domain
- Evaluation of the solar resource in coastal areas and the maritime-terrestrial public domain
- Integration of photovoltaic energy on shed decks, logistics warehouses and port administrative buildings
- Floating Floating PV in Protected Water Sheets: Darsenas, Interior Areas of Docks and Rafts
- Selection of photovoltaic materials resistant to saline corrosion, ambient humidity and seawinds
- Design and engineering of photovoltaic structures with high resistance to wind loads on the coast
- Solar parks in secondary storage areas and canopies for port car parks
- Integration of solar thermal for the generation of domestic hot water and industrial processes in the port
- Predictive maintenance, cleaning and prevention of deterioration due to salt deposition and bird droppings
- Modelling and simulation of photovoltaic production in port environments through specialised software
- Analysis of economic viability, return on investment (LCOE) and self-consumption schemes in port premises
03
Integrated offshore wind and land wind energy
- Evaluation of the wind resource in the coastal environment and infrastructure of shelters
- Installation of wind turbines in spigots, counter-dams and land port domain areas
- Interaction between ports and offshore wind farms (offshore): the port as a logistics and assembly base
- Mini-wind and urban wind technologies for distributed generation in port terminals
- Impact of wind turbines on navigation, manoeuvreability of ships, radars and VTS systems
- Structural design criteria and foundation of wind turbines on maritime works and land gained from the sea
- Noise management, thrown shadow and landscape impact of wind in ports near urban centres
- Electrical integration of port wind farms to the network of medium and high voltage of the enclosure
- Maintenance and prevention of mechanical/electric failures by extreme aggressive marine environments
- Evaluation of repowering potential and extension of useful life of port wind installations
04
Sea energies: wave, motor tidal and port hydraulic use
- Fundamentals of the energies of the sea: Energy of the waves (Whirl), tides (tide) and sea currents
- Integration of WVC in the shelter docks and maritime structures of the port
- Use of hydraulic jumps and emptying/filling of locks and docks in ports with great tide run
- Turbines integrated into the infrastructure of ports and port access channels
- Principles of ocean thermal energy conversion (OTEC) and its application in tropical climate ports
- Selection of bio-founding materials, advanced polymers and cathodic protection against marine fouling
- Assessment of hydrodynamic stability and the impact of marine collectors on the protection of darsenas
- Integration of marine conversion systems with the electrical distribution networks of the port
- Environmental impact on sediment dynamics, marine fauna and benthic ecosystems of the port
- State of the art, pilot projects and economic profitability of sea energies in the port sector
05
Power supply to ships from the ground (Onshore Power Supply - PAHO / Cold Ironing)
- Cold Ironing and PAHO concept: Elimination of emissions from auxiliary engines during the stay in port
- International connection standards PAHO: IEC/IEEE 80005 standard for passenger ships, containers and tankers
- OPS System Electrical Architecture: Frequency Transformation (50 Hz / 60 Hz), Voltage Variation and Isolation
- Dock connection equipment: articulated arms, cable spools (Cable Management Systems) and Marinized connectors
- Synchronization without interruption of service (transfer via blackout versus seamless transfer) between the ship and the dock
- Sizing of the peak demand and capacity of the city's general power grid to power systems OPS
- PAHO Commercial Management Models: Electric Fees, Access Tolls, Tax Exemptions and PPA Contracts
- Vessel adaptation (retrofit): Installation of reception panels, on-board transformers and automation
- Operational safety protocols, grounding and connection/disconnection procedures under bad weather
- Case study Pilots of successful implementation of PAHO in cruise terminals and container ships
06
Green hydrogen, ammonia and energy vectors for the maritime-port sector
- The role of the port as an energy hub of green hydrogen and synthesis fuels (E-Fuels)
- Electrolysis technology (PEM, alkaline, SOEC) installed in port environments with desalinated water supply
- Production, storage and distribution of green ammonia as high density energy vector
- Technologies for the storage of hydrogen: tablet, cryogenic (liquid) and in LOHC supports
- Hydrogen and ammonia refuelling infrastructures: dock to ship (pipe-to-ship), truck to ship and barge
- Application of fuel cells (Fuel cells) in terminal machinery: REACH Stackers, Straddle Carriers and Patio Tractors
- Use of biomethanol, e-methanol and liquefied biogas as transition fuels in the maritime fleet
- Security Risk Analysis (Hazop), Explosive Atmospheres (ATEX) and Safety Distances for Chemical Vectors
- Integration of cold chains and use of residual heat from electrolysis processes in the port
- Hydrogen Valleys Strategy and Zero Emissions Maritime Corridors (Green Shipping Corridors)
07
Port Micronets, Energy Storage and Smart Grids
- Architecture of port microgrids in alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC)
- Port Energy Management Systems - PEMS for flow optimisation
- Battery-powered storage technologies (BESS): Lithium-ion, vanadium flow and spring application
- Use of supercapacitors and flywheels for the absorption of peaks of demand in gantry cranes (Post-Panamax)
- Terminal crane electrification (RTG / RMG) and power regeneration systems during load descent
- Integration of the massive recharge of land electric vehicles and heavy transport trucks in the port area
- Artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms for prediction of demand and renewable generation in the port
- Demand response management and complementary services to the national electricity grid
- Cybersecurity in port industrial control networks (SCADA/ICS) and energy management systems
- Optimal sizing and simulation of port micronets by specialised software
08
Energy efficiency and decarbonization of machinery and port buildings
- Energy Efficiency Strategies in Container and Bulk Terminal Automation
- Replacing diesel fleets with hybrid, electrical and fuel cell machines in terminals
- Efficient lighting of large port areas: LED technology, remote management and adaptation of watts per square meter
- Energy optimisation in container cooling systems Reefer: intelligent monitoring and load management
- Energy rehabilitation of administrative buildings, fish markets, cold stores and passenger terminals
- Residual energy recovery systems in industrial and logistics operations of the port area
- Logistics optimisation in the yard for the reduction of distances traveled by the transport machinery
- Implementation of eco-design and sustainable materials in the construction of port infrastructures
- Digitalization and digital twins (Digital Twins) applied to control of energy consumption in real time
- Sustainable Mobility Plans (PMUS) for workers, crews and carriers in the port area
09
Green Port Governance, Strategic Alliances and Project Financing
- Governance models in port authorities to promote energy sustainability policies
- Certifications of port environmental excellence: ESPO PERS system, Ecoports and ISO 14001 standard
- Port-City integration in the energy transition: shared projects for renewable generation and energy communities
- Financial structuring of port energy projects - energy performance contracts (EPC) and companies ESCO
- Long-term Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) Corporate for Port Authorities
- Green tax, bonuses in port fees for the use of renewable energy and contamination penalties
- International Port Alliances for the Development of Green Corridors and Technological Standardization
- Change management, technical training and job security for port workers in the management of new energies
- Communication, transparency and reporting strategies ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance Approach)
- Negotiation and participation of stakeholders: Shipping Companies, Terminalists, Electrical Distributors and Neighbors
10
Capstone Project: Energy Transition Master Plan and Port Mitigation
- Selection and characterisation of a real port or maritime terminal as an object of study for the Capstone Project
- Realization of the inventory of basal emissions and diagnosis of the current energy consumption of the selected port
- Design of the implementation plan of renewable generation technologies (photovoltaic, wind or marine) in the enclosure
- Basic engineering and sizing of the OPS (Onshore Power Supply) system for key berth zones
- Micronetwork integration plan, battery storage systems (BESS) and electricity demand management
- Clean fuel introduction strategy (hydrogen, ammonia, methanol) and green bunkering services
- Proposal of energy efficiency measures in terminal machinery, lighting and port buildings
- Technical, environmental feasibility analysis (reduction of $CO_2$ and impacts) and operational risk management plan
- Complete Financial Plan: Capital Budget (Capex), Operational Costs (OPEX), Profitability Analysis and Business Model
- Presentation of the Technical Report and Public Defence of the Capstone Project before a Court of Experts in Port Engineering, Renewable Energies and Maritime Sustainability
11
Master’s Final Project in Renewable Energies for Mitigation in Ports
- Choice of topic and definition of the research problem
- Formulation of objectives, hypotheses and scope of work
- Review of the state of the art and specialised bibliography
- Analysis of the applicable regulatory and technical framework
- Design of the methodology and the work plan
- Data collection, processing and validation
- Technical development and analysis of results
- Discussion, conclusions and future lines of work
- Drafting of the memory in accordance with academic standards
- Presentation and public defence before the Court
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Who it is for
Engineers and architects seeking specialization in the integration of renewable energy into port infrastructure.Port managers and authorities interested in reducing their carbon footprint, complying with environmental regulations, and optimizing energy consumption.Environmental consultants and advisors requiring advanced technical knowledge to offer innovative solutions in the maritime-port se
Faculty
Academic direction and faculty
The teaching team at Navalis: working professionals who deliver and oversee the institute's programmes.
Eng. Diego Cifuentes
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Eng. Sofía Marquina
Eng. Tomás Riera
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Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
- 01Design and implement sustainable energy systems
- 02Assess the environmental impact of energy in ports
- 03Managing renewable energy projects in port environments
- 04Optimize energy consumption and reduce the carbon footprint
- 05Integrating renewable technologies into port infrastructure
- 06Developing port resilience strategies in the face of climate change
Careers
Career Opportunities
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02Renewable Energy Project Manager in Ports: design, planning and implementation of wind, solar, wave energy projects, etc. in port environments.
03Energy consultant specializing in ports: energy audits, economic feasibility analysis, optimization of energy consumption, and improvement proposals.
04Sustainability manager in ports: development and implementation of sustainability strategies, reduction of the carbon footprint, and compliance with environmental regulations.
05Renewable energy installation maintenance technician in ports: operation, preventive and corrective maintenance of wind farms, solar plants, and other installations.
06Energy systems design engineer for ports: design of renewable energy generation, storage, and distribution systems adapted to port needs.
07Researcher in renewable energies applied to ports: development of new technologies, optimization of existing systems, and evaluation of their environmental and economic impact.
08Energy auditor for port facility certification: verification Compliance with energy efficiency and sustainability standards.
09Port Energy Policy Advisor: Development of strategies for integrating renewable energy into port planning and management.
Questions
Entry Requirements
Mitigating the environmental impact of port activity through the integration of renewable energies.
Yes. The itinerary includes ECDIS/Radar-ARPA/BRM with harbor, ocean, fog, storm, and SAR scenarios.
Online with live sessions; hybrid option for simulator/practical placements through agreements.
Port and energy sector.
Recommended functional SMCP. We offer support materials for standard phraseology.
Yes, with a relevant degree or experience in maritime/port operations. The admissions interview will confirm suitability.
Optional (3–6 months) through Companies & Collaborations and the Alumni Network.
Simulator practice (rubrics), defeat plans, SOPs, checklists, micro-tests and applied TFM.
A degree from Navalis Magna Institute + operational portfolio (tracks, SOPs, reports and KPIs) useful for audits and employment.
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Admissions Process
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Entry requirements
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