Stakeholders
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Dokter Ten
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Green business Club Waterweg
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Gemeente Maassluis
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Ontwikkelstichting Loods M
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Hogeschool Rotterdam
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ROC Mondriaan
Coaches
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Prof. Rene van Swaaij (TU Delft)
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Hans Visser (Erfgoed Kwartiermaker)
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Peter Anker (Hogeschool van Rotterdam)
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Dr. Nico Persoon (ROC Mondriaan)
Port of Maassluis
Building on Maassluis's legacy of ship innovation, we established a technical 10-year learning program working toward an energy self-sustaining harbor. Together residents, companies, and municipality, we will develop and validate renewable energy systems through iterative prototyping, data collection, and knowledge transfer. Our learning process integrates three technical focus areas: vessel retrofitting, harbor infrastructure energy optimization (shore power, microgrids, energy storage), and wharf adaptations for net-zero operations. Each area combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on implementation, leveraging Maassluis's maritime engineering expertise. We learn through structured experimentation: establishing baseline energy consumption metrics, testing renewable technologies in real harbor conditions, measuring performance against KPIs, and documenting technical specifications and lessons learned. Every pilot installation, from solar arrays on historic wharf buildings to retrofit designs for traditional vessel, generates data that advances both local competence and the national harbor decarbonization roadmap.
In 10 years, Maassluis will operate as a living laboratory: a fully renewable harbor demonstrating proven technical solutions, supported by a skilled workforce trained through direct participation in the energy transition.
Loods M
Loods M addresses three major challenges: dealing with climate change, transitioning to clean energy, and managing water responsibly. These are important themes for port cities such as Maassluis.
Dr. Ten
Dr. Ten contributes to the innovation at Loods M and explores alternative forms of energy. The sea salt battery is one of the innovations Dr. Ten is working on in Maassluis.
Hydrogen
Recently, our Hydrogen learning community and Maassluis merged. Therefore there are hydrogen related assignments. Fill in the interest form and we will tell you more about it.
Available assignments:
Bio-based Workshop Box
Introduce a bio-based workshop box concept within the industrial hall, showcasing modular and sustainable workspace design innovations.
Bio-based Insulation
Apply bio-based insulation materials to enhance the facility's environmental performance and achieve significant energy savings.
Green Energy Solutions
Incorporate renewable energy sources to power workshops, reducing the carbon footprint and creating a model for energy-efficient work-learn environments.
Innovative Storage Technologies
Develop and integrate advanced storage solutions that improve operational efficiency and sustainability within the facility.
Sustainable Infrastructure Development
Transform Stroomopwaarts by designing and implementing cutting-edge sustainable building concepts across its expansive 5,400 m² space, which includes large halls and diverse workshops.
Smart Grid Development
Maassluis faces the challenge of becoming a self-sufficient port through the development of a pioneering smart grid. The objective is to overcome technical, economic, and organizational barriers, creating a grid that supports sustainable energy use, advances climate action initiatives, and sets an example for green energy adoption among docked vessels and local residents.
Green Energy Provider Development
The municipality of Maassluis seeks to transition into a professional, democratic green energy supplier. The goal is to establish an intelligent, equitable energy system that addresses existing uncertainties, supports sustainable energy efforts, and promotes climate action. Loods M aims to lead this initiative, ensuring that moored ships and local residents benefit from renewable energy sources.
What is expected from students
A student must meet the requirements of the course in which they are completing an assignment for the Learning Community (self-monitoring and coordinating with the relevant teacher).
What is further expected from students:
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Complete two reflection questionnaires: one before participation and one afterward (for internal research purposes).
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Attend two co-creation sessions.
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Participate in sprint sessions with fellow students.
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Deliver a presentation at the partner session.
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Write a reflection report.
