The winners of the 2017 annual Green Gateway Environmental Excellence Awards represent the Port’s customers who demonstrate leadership in protecting our natural environment.
The awards recognize airport and seaport tenants, airlines, cruise lines, and business partners for the critical role they play in assisting the Port in meeting its environmental goals.
Maritime Awards winners are:
Carnival Cruise Line
- Developed recycling incentive program for all vessels in the fleet
- Participated in initiatives such as Coastal Cleanup Day & World Oceans Day
- Hosted first-ever shoreside Environmental/Sustainability Fair, demonstrating a commitment to environmental education and outreach
Celebrity Cruises
- Installed solar panels, integrated into the ship’s energy grid
- Developed an Environmental Ship Index certification
Holland America Line
- Assessed new chemicals to be used on board for impact to emissions, waste disposal and water pollution
- Plugged in to shore power while at dock to reduce carbon emissions
- Used electronic data logging for environmental data on the ship, improving data quality and efficiency
Norwegian Cruise Line
- Established a “Doing What’s Right” hotline to report environmental violations
- Developed a Fuel Team internal website to share energy-saving ideas
- Implemented an innovative key card activation system for lights and air conditioning in guest rooms, resulting in significant energy savings
Princess Cruises
- Plugged in to shore power to reduce carbon emissions while at dock
- Installed LED lighting to save energy
- Introduced a unique shredder that significantly reduces the volume of waste produced
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