Over the next 30 years, the Port of Amsterdam, which is currently one of the largest coal and petrol transhipment ports in Europe,
will undergo a major transition to a sustainable port.
A great deal is transported to and from the port by water and rail. Ships docked in the port will no longer have to provide their
own power supply because of the availability of shore power supplies. This prevents the emission of hazardous substances and
reduces noise pollution.
New wind turbines in the port will substantially increase the production of wind energy. The huge roof area in the port will be
covered by solar panels, which will generate much of Amsterdam’s energy requirements.
The strong position of the port in the energy sector will be further developed to tranship biofuels that do not endanger food
production.