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Port growth has stimulated the economy; however, it has also generated considerable environmental impacts, associated with high energy demand and pollutant emissions, among other factors. This has led to the need for green ports, a type of port operation that aims to promote sustainability. The purpose of this study is to identify and evaluate the most suitable strategies and technologies for the development of green ports in Panama, as well as their applicability in this context, and to offer recommendations for their implementation. A systematic review of academic and specialized literature was conducted, focusing on specific case studies of green ports, primarily in Singapore and Vietnam. The global strategies of these regions were compared with the geographical, economic, and regulatory conditions of Panama, using the Port of Barú in Chiriquí as a local case study to assess the applicability of these technologies. The results show that the implementation of green ports in Panama is feasible, including at the Port of Barú, where local conditions are favorable for adopting sustainable technologies (renewable energy, energy management systems, etc.). However, significant barriers exist, such as the need for investment, the lack of a regulatory framework, and technological limitations. While these barriers limit their implementation, the transition to green ports in Panama is possible and could position the country as a regional leader in port sustainability.
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