Optimization of shipping routes: Evaluation of increased shipping carbon emissions due to the development of offshore wind farms and its impact on shipping routes
Details
- Period: 2024-02-02 – 2026-01-31
- Budget: 2,901,000 SEK
- Funder: Trafikverket
- Type of funding: Project Grant
Description
This project addresses the intersection between the development of offshore wind farms and shipping routes, recognizing the potential environmental and economic impacts. By focusing on the carbon exchange impacts associated with changing shipping routes, the research aims to understand how these changes may hinder the shipping industry's progress towards achieving net-zero emissions. The significance of the study lies in providing insights for industries, policymakers, and stakeholders involved in the expansion of renewable energy and carbon footprint reduction.
Project members
Project leader: Rohan Kumar