HBE (Hernieuwbare Brandstof Eenheden)
In the Netherlands, ‘Renewable Fuel Units’ (HBEs) are an economic incentive to gradually expand the use of green energy in transport and the reduction of greenhouse gasses. Fossil fuel producers are required to purchase HBEs from green fuel producers. The market is controlled by the Dutch Emission Authority. You can make up to €0.20 per green kWh sold. Learn more about HBEs here.
PAS (Programma Aanpak Stikstof)
The Programma Aanpak Stikstof (PAS) is a Dutch law that strictly prohibits the deposition of NOx on environmental protection areas in the Netherlands. Impact on maritime operations can be severe - in particular for wind farm construction - required 80% NOx reduction on top of Tier III restrictions. Learn more about PAS here.
Port of Amsterdam
Port of Amsterdam has the ambition to become carbon neutral by 2050 but plans on a zero-emission zone of the inner city by 2025. Learn more about Port of Amsterdam’s sustainable ambitions and shore power here.
Port of Rotterdam
Learn all about Port of Rotterdam’s sustainable ambitions, in particular with regards to shore power.