satamavirtojärjestelmät
Satamavirtojärjestelmät, often translated as port electrical systems or dockside power supply, refers to the infrastructure that provides electricity to ships while they are berthed at a port. This system allows vessels to connect to the shore-side power grid, eliminating the need to run their onboard diesel generators. The primary purpose of these systems is to reduce air pollution, noise, and vibration within port areas and surrounding communities.
When a ship connects to a satamavirtojärjestelmä, it can shut down its auxiliary engines, which are typically
The adoption of satamavirtojärjestelmät is driven by environmental regulations, the desire to improve port air quality,