More than eight kilometres of electricity networks have been put in place as part of the first phase of the Grand Harbour Clean Air project.
Addressing a news conference, Infrastructure Minister Ian Borg and European Funds parliamentary secretary Stefan Zrinzo Azzopardi said the underground electricity cables will distribute electricity from Enemalta’s primary substation to the docks of Grand Harbour, Marsa and Senglea.
Borg said the €50 million investment will be improving air quality for 17,000 families living in the Grand Harbour area by reducing more than 90% of the air pollution caused by ships.
Video: Infrastructure Malta
Studies conducted indicate that through this investment, Malta will save up to €375 million in costs related to the consequences that may arise from air pollution within 20 years.