A new study released Friday by Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) provides the first-ever wide-ranging analysis by independent maritime environmental experts of the cruise industry’s environmental practices and performance.
The in-depth analysis found that with both air emissions and wastewater treatment practices, CLIA cruise line members are leaders in the global commercial maritime sector in the development of innovative technologies to advance environmental stewardship.
It also found that CLIA members are leaders in the development of industry policies and best practices to further environmental performance.
The study illustrates that the overall environmental impact and performance of cruise ships are improving through continuous development of technology, alternative fuels and robust, mandatory industry environmental policies. The study also found that although cruise ships represent less than one per cent of the global commercial maritime fleet, the industry’s actions have substantially contributed to the maritime community’s initiatives in environmental stewardship.
