Cruise & Ferry Review - Spring/Summer 2021

1 5 6 CFR GREEN L I ST Photo: Ruth-Marit Vatne The Oslo Opera House, home of the Norwegian National Opera and Ballet, is located at the Port of Oslo Oslo focuses on zero-emissions target In keeping with its stated goal of reducing its emissions to zero by 2030, Norway’s Port of Oslo is facilitating compact and environmentally friendly port operations and encouraging the use of clean energy and innovative infrastructure. During 2021, an Enova-supported pilot project will be completed on shore power in Oslo. The port has introduced the Environmental Ports Index, which is a tool to reduce the environmental impact from ships at port and to encourage shipping companies to choose good green solutions by means of differentiated port charges. Port of Oslo is also certified by the environmental management system ISO 14001:2015. Visit Oslo is certified by the Eco-Lighthouse system, promoting green tourism experiences with a focus on defining sustainability projects for partners and guests in 2021. The Port of Flåm leads with shore power Located in the western Norwegian Fjords, the port of Flåm is helping to push the industry towards a more sustainable future. From 2023, cruise ships will be able to connect to the new shore power facility with a capacity of up to 16 megawatts. The electricity comes directly from the local hydroelectric power station and is 100 per cent renewable. As a part of this project, the port will also contribute to electrification of the whole destination, establishing its reputation as a hub for renewable energy and innovation. The Port of Flåm has also become a shareholder in the Environmental Ports Index, which rewards cruise lines that reduce their impact while in port. Flåm already offers zero-emission attractions like the Flåm Railway, E-Mobility electric cars, and three fully electric award- winning sightseeing vessels that can carry up to 400 people each. Photo: Port of Flåm Cruise ship P&O Britannia in the Port of Flåm