V-ACCESS Achievements  | −36% CO₂ Reduction

Within the V-ACCESS project, a key milestone demonstrates the potential of hybrid energy storage systems (HESS) for maritime decarbonisation.

A full Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), carried out by RSE and Politecnico di Milano, shows that a stern trawler can achieve up to −36% reduction in operational CO₂ emissions compared to a battery-only baseline, depending on mission profiles (harbour, coastal, offshore).

An electric ferry records a −1.1% reduction, highlighting how the impact varies depending on vessel type and operational profile.

The assessment covers both the manufacturing carbon footprint and long-term operational emissions, providing a comprehensive evaluation of the environmental benefits.

👉 These results confirm HESS as a strong and credible solution for maritime decarbonisation.

📅 Month 28 — December 2024

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