The Impact of Internal Energy Consumption on Efficiency and Emissions in Maritime Transport
Maritime transportation plays a crucial role in moving passengers, vehicles, and freight. However, emissions from this sector have become a focus of environmental concerns. Therefore, accurate analysis is important to reduce ship emissions and develop more efficient solutions. The study investiga...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Bursa Technical University
2025-06-01
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| Series: | Journal of Innovative Science and Engineering |
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| Online Access: | http://jise.btu.edu.tr/en/download/article-file/4300087 |
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| Summary: | Maritime transportation plays a crucial role in moving passengers, vehicles,
and freight. However, emissions from this sector have become a focus of
environmental concerns. Therefore, accurate analysis is important to reduce
ship emissions and develop more efficient solutions. The study investigates
the energy usage and emissions of a ferry, which is an example of analyzing
the impact of internal energy consumption on efficiency and emissions in
maritime transport. The analysis concentrates on the fuel consumption of the
gen-set. Although the main engine is responsible for most of the ferry's
emissions, the gen-set, running at an average load of 37.5%, also significantly
contributes to emissions. By using emission factors for pollutants such as
CO2, NOx, SOx, CO, and PM, the study calculated the emissions from both
the main engine and the gen-set. The results show that the gen-set is
accountable for 10% of the total emissions despite its lower load. These
points to the potential for enhancing electrical energy efficiency on board,
primarily through load optimization, gen-set modernization, and waste heat
recovery. By implementing these strategies, the ferry can decrease fuel
consumption, reduce emissions, and transition to a more sustainable and
environmentally friendly operation. The findings underscore the importance
of focusing on the ferry's electrical energy efficiency to minimize its overall
environmental impact. |
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| ISSN: | 2602-4217 |