Happy new year everyone! Why not start the year with a green conscience? Here are some tips for environmentally friendly yachting.
Green-Sailing Holiday – How does it works? Most important rules for ECO-friendly Boating:
A. Sail as much as possible without using regular engine
B. Keep any rubbish you accumulate on board and throw away/ recycle back on land
Tips for environmentally friendly yachting
- Avoid using toxic cleaners. Only use non-toxic and non-phosphate based cleaners on board to avoid harming aquatic eco-systems
- Prevent spilling fuel by filling your tank slowly and leaving it 5-10% empty. Also, use funnels to fill portable tanks and keep absorbant cloths nearby to catch drips
- Spill proof your oil changes by placing drip pans under equipment that might leak, and always transfer fluids with care
- Take crockery on board if necessary to avoid using plastic plates and cups
- Dispose of sewage and empty the waste water tank using the facilities available at marinas and harbors
- Study the local waterways to be aware of and cautious in sensitive sea areas and marine habitats