ADRIatic ports for Renewable Energy Communities

Programme 2021 - 2027 Interreg VI-B IPA Adriatic-Ionian

Date of latest update: 2026-01-29

Description

Description (EN):

Despite being the most environmentally friendly way of transporting large quantities of goods, maritime transport, like any other human activity based on fossil fuels contributes to climate change. This is even more true in ADRION ports, located in the proximity of populated areas, degrading local air quality on top of the emitting CO 2. To change this, cooperation is vital since not only are these issues common but they also need a shared approach: pollution and greenhouse gas emissions do not stop at borders. ADRIREC aims to tackle this issue by supporting the clean energy transition of ADRION ports, turning them from emitters of pollutants and greenhouse gases to low-carbon clean energy hubs by exploiting the untapped potential of renewable energy sources and applying the innovative concept of renewable energy communities. To achieve this, first we will develop a toolkit providing practical advice, guidance and calculation of the potential of renewable energy production and the creation of a renewable energy community for ADRION ports, based on their energy needs. This will provide ADRION ports with a powerful solution for planning their clean energy transition, including it in a common transnational strategy. Then, project partners will test the use of RES: this will not only concretely improve the performance of port operations on climate change and air quality, but lessons learned will also lead to the definition of a tool for ports as clean energy hubs, a solution replicable in other ports.

Actual Achievements (EN):

ADRIREC brings together the most relevant seaports and inland ports of seven Adriatic Ionian countries: Italy, Slovenia, Croatia, Serbia, Montenegro, Albania and Greece, as well as a research centre from Bosnia and Herzegovina. The aim is to jointly pursue the clean energy transition of ADRION ports, turning them from energy consumers to energy prosumers through the exploitation of the renewable energy sources (RES). After kicking off the project in September 2024, during the first six months the Lead Partner ensured constant dialogue among partners, also organizing the Project Steering Committee meetings to coordinate project activities. Regarding WP1, under the guidance of Centre for economic, technological and environmental development project partners jointly prepared the Transnational baseline benchmarking study (D.1.1.1), which aim is to assess the regions against each other in terms of RES adoption and Transnational best practice analysis (D.1.1.2), to assess potential replicability of RES and Renewable energy communities (REC) adoptions in ADRION ports. Then, project partners cooperated to define the structure of the ADRIREC REC toolkit for ADRION ports (D1.2.1). The toolkit is designed as an Excel file and is complemented by a document that provides instructions for using the Excel toolkit as well as the steps for establishing a Renewable Energy Community (REC) from both organizational and technical perspective. The guide aims to help users navigate the toolkit, ensuring smooth operation and implementation of renewable energy strategies within port facilities. It covers the required steps for inputting data, utilizing the various features of the toolkit, and interpreting results, with a focus on energy optimization, CO2 emission reduction, and renewable energy integration in port areas. These instructions will serve as a practical guide for stakeholders seeking to implement REC models, considering both the organizational structure and the technical processes involved. More in detail, the toolkit provides guidelines regarding a) the quantity of energy needed for port operations; b) which RES would be able to provide such energy; c) the pathway to create a REC. Regarding Deliverable D.1.2.2, Transnational REC study for ADRION ports, this has not yet been finalized, because the project partners are currently testing the toolkit, comparing the results of the toolkit with on-site studies assessing the potential renewable energy which could be produced, its source (e.g. photovoltaic, wind) and its potential application. Moreover, in WP2, partners worked together on the preparation of the Operational model for the implementation of the pilot activities and investments (D.2.1.1), which includes also a methodology for their evaluation and the involvement of stakeholders and of the Fine-tuning studies for launching pilot activities (D.2.1.2), where partners finalised pre-investment studies for the implementation of the pilot actions, including technical specifications of the foreseen investments. Regarding Management, LP prepared the Project Implementation Manual, Project Risk Management & Monitoring Plan and the Quality Management Plan. Besides, the LP as communication manager finalised the project communication strategy, implemented the project website and social media channels and produced the first e-newsletter. Project partners uploaded the news on the project on their own institutional websites and hang posters in their premises. Furthermore, the LP attended the two events organized by IPA ADRION Programme in Bled, Slovenia, on 22nd and 23rd October 2024. The aim of the events was providing valuable insights into project implementation and future strategic planning within the region. The first seminar, IPA ADRION 1st Call Projects Implementation Seminar, offered important guidance on project management and visibility rules to support successful project implementation. While the second workshop, a Post-2027 Consultation Workshop, focused on the Post-2027 framework, offering a platform for key stakeholders to discuss and share insights on shaping future strategies to gather perspectives on the direction of the Programme post-2027. LP attended also the online seminars and workshops organized by the Programme.

Project outputs: Transnational strategy for the establishment of RECs in ADRION ports(EN)
Jointly developed pilot action for ADRION ports as clean energy hubs(EN)
Solution for turning ADRION ports into clean energy hub(EN)
Joint Statement enhancing cooperation on clean energy transition among ADRION ports(EN)

Thematic information

Coastal management and maritime issues Renewable energy

Priority: (VI-B_IPA-A_3) Supporting a carbon neutral and better-connected Adriatic-Ionian region

Priority specific objective: RSO3.2. Developing and enhancing sustainable, climate resilient, intelligent and intermodal national, regional and local mobility, including improved access to TEN-T and cross-border mobility

Priority policy objective (Interreg specific objective): PO3 A more connected Europe by enhancing mobility

Type of intervention: 110 Seaports (TEN-T)

Partners (9)

Lead Partner: Autorità di Sistema Portuale del Mare Adriatico Orientale

PIC (Participant Identification Code): 998709188

Partner’s ID if not PIC: 00050540327

Address: via Karl Ludwig von Bruck, 34144 Trieste, Italy

Legal status: public

Organisation type: National public authority

Website: http://www.porto.trieste.it

Total budget: EUR 267 270.42

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 227 179.85

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 85.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 40 090.57

Contractors:

Name: Isabella Boselli
VAT registration or tax identification number: IT02123561207
Name: GangliCom Srl
VAT registration or tax identification number: IT10167761005
Name: THE BEGIN SRL
VAT registration or tax identification number: IT09882480156

ΟΡΓΑΝΙΣΜΟΣ ΛΙΜΕΝΟΣ ΠΕΙΡΑΙΩΣ ΑΕ

Name: ΟΡΓΑΝΙΣΜΟΣ ΛΙΜΕΝΟΣ ΠΕΙΡΑΙΩΣ ΑΕ

Department: Strategic Planning & Marketing

PIC (Participant Identification Code): 994857900

Partner’s ID if not PIC: EL090010223

Address: Akti Miaouli , 18538 PIraeus, Greece

Department address: Akti Miaouli , 18538 Piraeus, Greece

Legal status: private

Organisation type: Infrastructure and (public) service provider

Website: http://www.olp.gr/en/

Total budget: EUR 189 000.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 160 650.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 85.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 28 350.00

Autoriteti Portual Durrës

Name: Autoriteti Portual Durrës

Department: International Cooperation Unit

Partner’s ID if not PIC: J61811536L

Address: RRUGA Tregtare, Lagja , 2001 Durres, Albania

Department address: RRUGA Tregtare, Lagja , 2001 Durres, Albania

Legal status: public

Organisation type: Infrastructure and (public) service provider

Website: https://www.durresport.al/index.php/en/port/

Total budget: EUR 156 317.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 132 869.45

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 85.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 23 447.55

Luka Bar AD

Name: Luka Bar AD

Department: International projects management unit -Development department

PIC (Participant Identification Code): 969898345

Partner’s ID if not PIC: 20/31-00059-1

Address: Obala 13. jula, 85000 Bar, Montenegro

Department address: Obala 13. jula, 85000 Bar, Montenegro

Legal status: public

Organisation type: Infrastructure and (public) service provider

Website: http://www.lukabar.me

Total budget: EUR 162 000.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 137 700.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 85.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 24 300.00

Agencija za upravljanje lukama

Name: Agencija za upravljanje lukama

PIC (Participant Identification Code): 902385957

Partner’s ID if not PIC: 108012345

Address: Nemanjina, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia

Legal status: public

Organisation type: National public authority

Website: http://www.aul.gov.rs

Total budget: EUR 141 620.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 120 377.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 85.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 21 243.00

Centar za ekonomski, tehnoloski i okolinski razvoj

Name: Centar za ekonomski, tehnoloski i okolinski razvoj

PIC (Participant Identification Code): 937368425

Partner’s ID if not PIC: 200110840008

Address: Topal Osman Pase, 71000 Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Legal status: private

Organisation type: SME

Website: http://www.ceteor.ba

Total budget: EUR 144 284.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 122 641.40

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 85.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 21 642.60

Lučka uprava Rijeka

Name: Lučka uprava Rijeka

PIC (Participant Identification Code): 937603068

Partner’s ID if not PIC: 60521475400

Address: Riva , 51000 Rijeka, Croatia

Legal status: public

Organisation type: Infrastructure and (public) service provider

Website: http://www.portauthority.hr

Total budget: EUR 162 000.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 137 700.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 85.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 24 300.00

Contractors:

Name: Medicom d.o.o.
VAT registration or tax identification number: 63878741442

Luka Koper, pristaniški in logistični sistem, d.d.

Name: Luka Koper, pristaniški in logistični sistem, d.d.

Department: Strategic Development Department

PIC (Participant Identification Code): 999770368

Partner’s ID if not PIC: SI89190033

Address: Vojkovo nabrežje, 6501 Koper, Slovenia

Department address: Vojkovo nabrežje, 6501 Koper, Slovenia

Legal status: public

Organisation type: Infrastructure and (public) service provider

Website: https://www.luka-kp.si/en/

Total budget: EUR 178 900.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 152 065.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 85.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 26 835.00

Autorità di Sistema Portuale del Mare Adriatico centro settentrionale

Name: Autorità di Sistema Portuale del Mare Adriatico centro settentrionale

Department: Servizio Politiche UE – Direzione Operativa

PIC (Participant Identification Code): 937182185

Partner’s ID if not PIC: 92033190395

Address: Via Antico Squero, 48122 Ravenna, Italy

Department address: Via Antico Squero, 48122 Ravenna, Italy

Legal status: public

Organisation type: National public authority

Website: http://www.port.ravenna.it/home-en/

Total budget: EUR 161 546.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 137 314.10

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 85.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 24 231.90

Contractors:

Name: ing. Leonardo Giannini
VAT registration or tax identification number: 02424500391

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PIRAEUS PORT AUTHORITY SA

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Durres Port Authority

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Port of Bar JSC

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Port Governance Agency

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Centre for economic, technological and environmental development

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Port of Rijeka Authority

ADRIatic ports for Renewable Energy Communities

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Luka Koper, port and logistic system, PLC

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Port of Ravenna Authority

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Port Network Authority of the Eastern Adriatic Sea

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Summary

Project name (EN): ADRIatic ports for Renewable Energy Communities

Project acronym: ADRIREC

Project ID: IPA-ADRION00046

Project start date: 2024-09-01

Project end date: 2027-08-31

Project status: ongoing

Relevant linked projects:

SUPAIR – Interreg ADRION 2014-2020 (EN) | The SUPAIR “SUstainable Ports in the Adriatic-Ionian Region” project, co-financed by the Interreg ADRION Programme 2014-2020, developed action plans detecting their environmental impact and identify ways to reduce their carbon and ecological footprint and drafted a transnational strategy for low carbon transport systems in the Adriatic-Ionian basin.
The Ports of Trieste, Koper, Bar and Piraeus – PPs in ADRIREC – were also PPs in SUPAIR: they will bring the project’s methodologies, results and cooperation approach on port sustainability, especially in the development of the toolkit. (EN), COMPOSE – Interreg MED 2014-2020 (EN) | The COMPOSE project, co-financed by the Interreg AI Programme 2014-2020, developed a Renewable and Sustainable Energy Local Planning Toolbox to support policy makers in the development and implementation of RES energy plans.
ADRIREC will learn from the approach chosen by the COMPOSE project in designing its own toolkit for ADRION ports. (EN), SUSPORT – Interreg Italy-Croatia 2014-2020 (EN) | The SUSPORT “SUStainable PORTs” strategic project, co-financed by the Interreg Italy-Croatia 2014-2020 CBC Programme, developed tools for the calculation of the carbon footprint for ports, leading to the implementation of concrete pilot actions for improving the carbon efficiency of ports on both shores of the Adriatic Sea.
The Ports of Trieste, Ravenna and Rijeka – PPs in ADRIREC – are also LP and PPs in SUSPORT: they will transfer the knowledge gathered in the identification of the most suitable solution for lowering CO2eq in ports and the experience in the implementation of pilot actions involving also RES production to the ADRION ports community, with specific reference to the pilot activities. (EN), SEANERGY – Horizon Europe (EN) | The SEANERGY “Sustainability educational programme for greener fuels and energy on ports”, co-financed by the Horizon Europe Programme, aims to go towards zero-emission ports, becoming clean energy hubs for integrated electricity systems, hydrogen, and other low-carbon fuels, as much as testbeds for waste reuse and the circular economy through the creation of the SEANERGY Master Plan.
Synergies will be sought on the knowledge gathered including methodologies and tools, as to contribute to the development of the ADRIREC toolkit and the deployment of RES activities.
Also, since SEANERGY kicked off in October 2022 and will last until March 2025, cross-fertilisation activities will be foreseen between the two projects. (EN), EALING – Connecting Europe Facility (EN) | The EALING “European flagship Action for coLd ironING in ports”, co-financed by the Connecting Europe Facility Programme, aims to support the deployment of OPS solutions in the EU maritime ports, implementing the infrastructure and equipment in at least 16 EU ports belonging to different sea basins: Mediterranean, Black Sea, Atlantic and North Sea.
Port of Trieste, Luka Koper and Port of Piraeus – PPs in ADRIREC – are also LP and PPs in EALING: they will share the knowledge and experience concerning energy demand for cold ironing, which will be one of the main components of energy demand in the future, with the other PPs, contributing to the development of the toolkit. (EN), CLEAN BERTH – Interreg Italy-Slovenia 2014-2020 (EN) | The CLEAN BERTH “Cross-border institutional cooperation for ports environmental sustainability and energy efficiency” project, co-financed by the Interreg Italy-Slovenia CBC 2014-2020 Programme, developed a cross-border strategy for enhancing port environmental sustainability and energy efficiency, as well as a related action plan and concrete pilot actions.
The Ports of Trieste and Koper – PPs in ADRIREC – were also LP and PP in CLEAN BERTH: they will transfer the methodologies and tools developed at cross-border level to the ADRION ports community, especially for the development of the toolkit. (EN), SMARTPORT – Interreg Italy-Albania-Montenegro 2014-2020 (EN) | The SMARTPORT “SMART and sustainable energy PORT” project, co-financed by the Interreg Italy-Montenegro CBC 2014-2020 Programme, led to the adoption of efficient energy strategies that, following the European standards, combine the use of renewable energy sources, energy saving, energy storage and smart grid technologies.
The Port of Bar – PP in ADRIREC – was also PP in SMARTPORT: it will bring the project’s methodology and holistic approach combining RES with energy storage and smart grid – which is of paramount importance in the exploitation of RES, to the ADRION ports community, most notably in the development of the toolkit. (EN)

Total budget/expenditure: EUR 1 562 937.42

Total EU funding (amount): EUR 1 328 496.80

Total EU funding (co-financing rate): 85.00%

Co-financing sources:

Investments, deliverables, policy contributions

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Deliverables:

Transnational baseline benchmarking study
Transnational best practice analysis
ADRIREC REC toolkit for ADRION ports
Transnational REC study for ADRION ports
Transnational strategy for the establishment of RECs in ADRION ports
Stakeholder involvement report
Transnational strategy uptake documentation report
Report on the information outreach
Operational model for the implementation of the pilot activities
Fine-tuning studies for launching pilot activities
Pilot action co-design and launch report
Mid-term pilot action status report
Stakeholder involvement report
Pilot action synthesis report
Partner workshop "Learning from the pilot action"
Work paper "from pilot action to RECs"
Report on the information outreach on the pilot action
Solution for turning ADRION ports into clean energy hub
Solutions uptake/upscaling documentation
Joint Statement enhancing cooperation on clean energy transition among ADRION ports.
Policy recommendations for the Macro-Regional Strategies
e-learning platform
Report on networking activities
Report on capitalisation activities

Contribution to wider strategies and policies:

EUStrategyAdriaticIonianRegion By facilitating clean energy transition of ADRION ports turning them into green energy hubs, ADRIREC contributes to objectives of Pillar no. 2 of EUSAIR, one of them being “To achieve a well-interconnected and well-functioning internal energy market supporting the three energy policy objectives of the EU – competitiveness, security of supply and sustainability” as well as “development of energy production from renewable sources”.
Also, it is fully coherent with the “Adriatic-Ionian Green/Smart Port Hubs Concept” EUSAIR Flagship project, approved by EUSAIR in June 2020, which includes the “development of the required infrastructure to support zero emission actions”.
EuropeanGreenDeal By facilitating clean energy transition of ADRION ports turning them into green energy hubs, ADRIREC contributes to the EU Green Deal, which foresees a 90% reduction of the sector’s emissions by 2050 compared to 1990 levels, with sizable contributions across all modes and 55% by 2030 (“Fit for 55”)
More specifically, ADRIREC will contribute to its objective of increasing the binding target of renewable sources in the EU’s energy mix to 45% by 2030, as set out in the REPowerEU Plan proposed by the European Commission.
Other Territorial Agenda 2030 - By facilitating clean energy transition of ADRION ports turning them into green energy hubs, ADRIREC contributes to the Territorial Agenda 2030, which sets out that “European citizens and enterprises need access to sustainable, secure and affordable energy supplies. This is important for local and regional development (…) Volatile energy prices and rising emissions highlight the need for sustainable and resilient solutions such as renewable energy” as a solution to address the growing urgency for actions to mitigate climate change.
Other EUSALP - By facilitating clean energy transition of ADRION ports turning them into green energy hubs, ADRIREC contributes to the 3rd objective of the EUSALP Action Plan, i.e. “A more inclusive environmental framework for all and renewable and reliable energy solutions for the future” and, more specifically, Action no. 9 “To make the territory a model region for energy efficiency and renewable energy” and “Setting up an Alpine renewable energy cluster”.
Also, the ADRIREC LP is a member of the EUSALP Action Group no. 4 on Transport and Mobility, whose Work Plan 2023-2025 includes the thematic area no. 1 “Smart clean logistics and combined transport to support modal shift”. Strong coordination has been set up between Action Group no. 4 and Action Group no. 9 on energy, the last joint meeting taking place in Marseille on 4th and 5th October 2022.
Other EUSDR - By facilitating clean energy transition of ADRION ports turning them into green energy hubs, ADRIREC contributes to the objectives of EUSDR Priority Action no. 2 “Sustainable energy” and, more specifically, to Actions no. 1 “To further explore the sustainable use of clean biomass, solar energy, geothermal, hydropower and wind power to increase the energy independency and to promote and support multipurpose cross border RES utilisation projects” and no. 3 “: To promote decarbonisation and reduction of air pollutants in the transport sector, regarding both public and freight transportation by developing the infrastructure for alternative fuels”.
Other EU solar energy strategy - By supporting the adoption of renewable energy sources and PPs focusing on solar energy, ADRIREC contributes to the EU solar energy strategy, which aims to ensure that solar energy achieves its full potential in helping to meet the European Green Deal’s climate & energy targets.
Other Air Quality Directive - By facilitating clean energy transition of ADRION ports turning them into green energy hubs, reducing the need for fossil fuels, ADRIREC will help achieve the objectives of the EU Ambient Air Quality Directive (Dir. 2008/50/EC), which defines objectives for ambient air quality designed to avoid, prevent or reduce harmful effects on human health and the environment.
This is of particular importance for ADRION ports, since they are located in the proximity of urban areas
Other Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy - By facilitating clean energy transition of ADRION ports turning them into green energy hubs, ADRIREC contributes to the first objective of the Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy, i.e. “involving an irreversible shift to zero-emission mobility by making all transport modes more sustainable”, including a target of 90% of reduction in transport emissions
Other National plans - By facilitating clean energy transition of ADRION ports turning them into green energy hubs, ADRIREC contributes to achieving the objectives of the National Energy and Climate Plans (NECPs) 2021-2030 of the EU countries whose ports are project beneficiaries.
NECPs were introduced by the Regulation on the governance of the energy union and climate action (EU)2018/1999, agreed as part of the Clean energy for all Europeans package which was adopted in 2019.
The national plans set out how Member States will contribute to the EU-wide climate and energy targets from 2021 to 2030, addressing a) energy efficiency, b) renewables, c) greenhouse gas emissions reductions, d) interconnections and e) research and innovation.
More specifically, EU MSs agreed on the following targets for share of renewable energy production by 2030: a) Italy: 30%, b) Slovenia: 27%, c) Croatia: 36%, d) Greece: 35%.
Although non-EU MSs, Albania, Montenegro, Serbia and Bosnia are drafting their own NECPs, with targets of RES share of 34%, 35%, 25% and 44% respectively.
Other Regional/local plans - By facilitating clean energy transition of ADRION ports turning them into green energy hubs, ADRIREC contributes to achieving the objectives on RES production of the Regional Energy plans of territories involved by the project partners, and more specifically; a) Energy Plan of Friuli Venezia Giulia Region; b) Efficiency Action Plan of the City of Rijeka; c) Action Plan for a Sustainable and Low-carbon Port of Durres; d) Action Plan for a Sustainable and Low-carbon Port of Piraeus.

Programme Common Output Indicator:

RCO 084 - Pilot actions developed jointly and implemented in projects, Measurement unit:
RCO 116 - Jointly developed solutions, Measurement unit:
RCO 083 - Strategies and action plans jointly developed, Measurement unit:
RCO 087 - Organisations cooperating across borders, Measurement unit:

Programme Common Result Indicator:

RCR 084 - Organisations cooperating across borders after project completion, Measurement unit:
RCR 104 - Solutions taken up or up-scaled by organisations, Measurement unit:
RCR 079 - Joint strategies and action plans taken up by organisations, Measurement unit:

Project part of European Union Macro-Regional or Sea Basin Strategy: EUSAIR

EUSAIR Priority (Policy) area / Horizontal action:

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2021 - 2027 Interreg VI-B IPA Adriatic-Ionian

Last month that data in keep.eu was retrieved from the Programme's website or received from the Programme

2026-01-29

No. of projects in keep.eu / Total no. of projects (% of projects in keep.eu)

70 / 70 (100%)

No. of project partnerships in keep.eu / Total no. of project partnerships (% of project partnerships in keep.eu)

653 / 653 (100%)

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