The proposed investment is A loan of up to US$70 million to Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) to be utilized towards capex for creation of shore power infrastructure at the port in two phases over next 2-3 years.

The proposed project involves the installation and operation of shore power infrastructure (also known as cold ironing) at an existing commercial port terminal at JNPA in India. The project will include construction of 33kv substations, cable systems, e-house, frequency converters, and onshore power cape point connections at multiple berths. The system will enable docked vessels to plug into land-based electricity sources, allowing them to shut down their diesel auxiliary engines while at berth. The project aims to reduce air emissions (including SOx, NOx, and PM) and greenhouse gases (GHGs), improve local air quality, and contribute to decarbonization of maritime operations. This initiative aligns with the recommendations of the Green Port Guidelines issued by the Ministry of Ports Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), Government of India (GoI).

JNPA proposes to implement the project in phases across all terminals, engaging an EPC contractor for construction and maintenance (3–5 years) and Terminal Operators for operational responsibilities. . The first phase of the project will focus on one of the container terminal and Phase 2 will cover remaining terminals at JNPA

IFC’s advisory services has supported JNPA in developing a comprehensive Decarbonization Roadmap aligned with India’s commitments to Net Zero emissions by 2070. IFC has also supported in developing a Climate Commitments Framework for JNPA ensuring alignment with 2050 Climate Commitments of the International Maritime Organization and the climate targets recommended by Government of India’s Harit Sagar guidelines for 2030 and 2047.