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Holland America’s zero discharge of ballast water in Puget Sound, and progressive energy efficiency and waste management practices contributed to its high scores. Celebrity also earned points for additional Innovations described in its application, including innovative programs to engage crew and guests in Celebrity’s sustainability efforts.ĬOSCO’s consistent use of low-sulfur fuels beyond the required levels and outreach to the crew on waste and wastewater contributed to its high scores in the Air & Energy, Wastewater, and Waste & Sustainability categories. The innovations recognized include participation in an emission and control technology research project on three vessels, extensive efforts to minimize waste streams, and a process to return expired chemicals and pyrotechnics to the supplying vendors.Ĭelebrity’s use of low-sulfur fuels beyond the required levels and energy efficient water consumption practices contributed to its scores in the Air & Energy and Wastewater categories. Princess Cruises’ use of low-sulfur fuels beyond the required levels and zero discharge of ballast water in Puget Sound contributed to its high scores in the Air & Energy and Wastewater categories.
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Princess Cruises won not only the silver but was also recognized as the Most Innovative Partner. Scores were determined by analysts from Cascadia Consulting Group and Glosten Associates based on submitted application materials. This year’s winners all made the silver category, scoring between 75 and 89 points out of 100. “Next year’s awards will provide further opportunity to highlight the work of maritime companies operating in the Puget Sound region, as our Northwest Seaport Alliance will have the potential to include more customers and their vessels.” “We started the Green Gateway Awards program five years ago to both highlight our customers’ commitment to good environmental practices and encourage them to go above and beyond what current regulations require,” said Port of Seattle Commissioner John Creighton.
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The fifth annual event highlighted the energy and effort that businesses along the working waterfront do on a daily basis to make Puget Sound a cleaner place. SEATTLE -The Port of Seattle recognized several maritime businesses for their innovative approaches to environmental stewardship.