Peel Ports adds hydropower to its repertoire

The port operator partnered with Czech renewable energy specialist Hydropol to install a twin Archimedean screw generator, at the site’s 30 foot lock. Now connected to the dock’s electricity network, it will generate up to 1,500,000 kWh per year.

“The introduction of hydropower at Queen Elizabeth II Dock is another major achievement as we seek to make our operations greener and more sustainable for the future,” said Lewis McIntyre, managing director – Port Services at Peel Ports Group.

“The amount of renewable energy set to be produced is significant and builds on Eastham Dock’s sustainable credentials.”

As well as providing energy to the dock, the generator will power the site’s green automotive hub, which has been enabling sustainable vehicle manufacturing since its launch in late 2023.

The use of hydropower is the latest move by Peel Ports to improve the sustainability of its operations across the UK. The group reports it has already reduced Scope 1 & Scope 2 emissions across its ports by a total of 32% against its 2020 baseline.