Category: Water

Friends of the Earth releases 2016 Cruise Ship Report Card

FOE claims ongoing lack of initiative by cruise companies to install technologies that reduce pollution impact on travel destinations and local peoples.

How bad is cruising for our environment?

Consumer pressure is not likely to go away but neither is it likely to be sufficient to achieve change on the scale needed

The plastic tsunami: discovering the shocking state of our seas

Marine debris is one of the biggest environmental issues of the 21st century. The amount of microplastics and single use plastic is uncontrollably increasing in our oceans threatening our ecosystems, people’s livelihoods and many of our favourite holiday destinations.

Broken Promises threaten my Marine Paradise

Blake Dowling uncovers the troubling impact of tourism development on North Bimini in the Bahamas.

New marine sanctuary in Galápagos Islands a ‘game-changer’ for wildlife

Area’s value from tourism outstrips its value from fishing, and while industrial fishing was already banned throughout the islands, poaching continues,

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Sustainability and innovation on the Syros Island

In a concerted effort to promote sustainability and innovation, the Municipality of Syros-Hermoupolis is taking steps to drive positive change and position itself as an eco-conscious destination, aiming to enhance the quality of life for both residents and visitors whilst preserving its natural ecosystem and cultural heritage.