Future Energy GreenPortside Research Project
Date published: June 18, 2026
GreenPortside Research Project Explores Future Energy Scenarios for Newhaven Port
Newhaven Port has welcomed the completion of the GreenPortside research project, a collaborative initiative involving the University of Brighton, University College London (UCL), MODA and Newhaven Port & Properties.
The project brought together academics, consultants and students to explore how ports could contribute to the UK’s long-term decarbonisation and renewable energy ambitions. Through detailed modelling and analysis, the team examined a range of potential future scenarios for port operations, energy generation, storage and electrification.
The findings were recently presented at an exhibition, showcasing the extensive research undertaken and the innovative approaches considered. The work provides valuable data, visualisations and insights that may help inform future discussions around sustainable infrastructure and energy resilience within the maritime sector.
As a strategic cross-Channel gateway and key regional asset, Newhaven Port recognises the importance of collaboration and research that encourages fresh thinking and explores emerging opportunities for the future.
The GreenPortside project was an innovative research and modelling exercise designed to investigate the viability of possible future pathways. The concepts and scenarios have illustrated ideas and technologies that could be considered as part of wider industry discussions in the years ahead.
Newhaven Port would like to thank the students, engineers, researchers and consultants from the University of Brighton, UCL and MODA for their professionalism, creativity and dedication throughout the project. Their work highlights the value of partnership between academia and industry in addressing some of the most significant challenges and opportunities facing ports, coastal communities and the wider energy sector.
GREENPORTSIDE was funded by Innovate UK and the Department for Transport through the Clean Maritime Demonstration Competition.
