Mission
Viejo, August 6, 2008
The New Frontier: Cruising Goes
Green
Protecting
the Environment.
At a time of when more people are aware
of the need to protect the environment, vacationers
wonder about the impact cruise ships have on the
seas. The truth is that cruise lines have a vested
interest in keeping the oceans of the world both
clean and beautiful – after all, their livelihood
depends on it.
CLIA, the Cruise Line International
Association, recently reported that a study of the
Baltic Sea conducted by the VTT Technical Research
Centre of Finland showed that cruise ships
contribute only a tiny fraction of nutrients – less
than one percent – that are released into sea.
Terry Dale, president and chief executive officer of
CLIA, noted that member cruise lines adopted
stringent wastewater treatment practices nearly a
decade ago. CLIA members also meet or exceed the
discharge standards for sewage set by the
International Maritime Organization. Many ships
have advanced onboard systems that treat and recycle
wastewater and solid waste.
Cruise lines are “going green” in other
important ways. These include:
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Satellite positioning systems that prevent
anchors being dropped on delicate sea beds or
coral.
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Ships powered with “green” diesel and special
seals that prevent engine oil leakage.
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The use of salt water in pools to reduce or
avoid the use of chemicals such as chlorine.
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LED lighting that uses 50% less energy than
regular lighting.
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Washing machines that use sound waves and less
water.
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In-port procedures that reduce air emissions up
to 30%.
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Providing containers for glass, plastic and
other recyclable materials on board.
If “green” cruising is important to you, talk with
your personal cruise expert to find out which cruise
lines and ships offer the most advanced equipment
and practices for energy conservation and
environmental protection.
To find out more information, call
your cruise experts at
Cruise Holidays of Mission
Viejo 949-215-6700.
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