Green Practices for Reducing Emissions in Port Services: Evidence from a Pilot Study

Marco Ferretti, Giuseppe La Ragione (), Luca Porcaro, Marcello Risitano and Alessandra Turi
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Marco Ferretti: Department of Management Studies and Quantitative Methods, Parthenope University of Naples, 80132 Naples, Italy
Giuseppe La Ragione: Department of Management Studies and Quantitative Methods, Parthenope University of Naples, 80132 Naples, Italy
Luca Porcaro: Research Organisation MAR.TE. S.c.ar.l., 80122 Naples, Italy
Marcello Risitano: Department of Management Studies and Quantitative Methods, Parthenope University of Naples, 80132 Naples, Italy
Alessandra Turi: Research Organisation MAR.TE. S.c.ar.l., 80122 Naples, Italy

Sustainability, 2025, vol. 17, issue 12, 1-20

Abstract: This paper focuses on operational practices that can reduce emissions in port services, especially within nautical operations. By using theoretical and empirical approaches, the research adopts a mixed-method design that integrates desk research, stakeholder surveys, and case study analysis. This study identifies and classifies twelve optimal operational practices through an innovative multidimensional framework, which considers environmental, economic, social, technical, and institutional dimensions. The findings highlight the relevant importance of promoting behavioural changes among port service operators to ensure the effective adoption of sustainable practices. To this end, the study highlights the need to develop specific and targeted training programs. They aim to raise public awareness of environmental issues and improve personnel operational efficiency. Such programs are identified as crucial elements to facilitate the transition towards more sustainable and efficient operating models. This fosters a long-term positive impact on both environmental performance and the entire maritime logistics chain. This research concludes by recommending how ports can incorporate these practices into training programs that promote sustainable behaviour and improve operational decision-making.

Keywords: green port practices; sustainable port operations; behavioural change in nautical services; stakeholder engagement; data-driven management; mixed-methods (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: O13 Q Q0 Q2 Q3 Q5 Q56 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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