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Since its creation in June 2006, the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation has consistently been seeking to develop a harmonious balance between human activities and the preservation of ecosystems. Within its three priority objectives, to limit the effects of climate change and promote renewable energy, safeguard biodiversity and manage water resources in a sustainable manner, the Foundation is in its tenth year of addressing the environmental dangers threatening our planet.

The Monaco Yacht Show, debuted in 1991, has emerged as a leading international superyachting event and hence, holds the unique position of setting high environmental expectations on the world stage. Given its objective to combine luxury with respect for the environment and its commitment to international environmental projects, the event organisers quite naturally decided to collaborate with Foundation’s Wood Forever Pact these past six years.

The Wood Forever Pact programme has been focusing on the origin of raw materials used on yachts, through promoting the use of sustainably-sourced wood and working towards getting certified teak on the market. It has been successful at raising awareness in the industry and creating a network of yacht builders and interior designers committed to using sustainable wood.

Expanding upon the long-standing partnership between the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation and the Monaco Yacht Show as well as the efforts carried out by the Wood Forever Pact, we are distributing this guide to ”Best Practices for Eco-Friendly Yachting”. This year’s newsletter has a broader scope and aims at tackling the many remaining threats intrinsic to the increased exploitation of the sea and pollution from human activity.

Compiling a summary of recent developments by the yachting industry in the environmental field, the guide was created with a specific goal in mind: to encourage the key players to take their commitment to sustainability further. While sustainable developments have already led to significant improvements in the eco-friendliness of the yachts, we know that this is an industry that is always striving to improve itself which is why we aim to provide current and potential yacht owners, builders, designers, captains, and port authorities with some tools to do so.

The contribution of such a dynamic industry, who has always set an example in terms of luxury, innovation and excellence, to countering the major threats facing our society today is essential to ensure the future of our planet.

HE Mr. Bernard FautrierVice-President, Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation

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Waste and Plastic Management (2

Waste WaterManagement (6

Fuel Consumptionand Greenhouse GasEmissions (10

Yacht Materials (14

Ecological Mooring (20

10 Tips for Eco-Friendly Yachting (24

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Mrs. Gaëlle TallaridaManaging Director,

Monaco Yacht Show

Lingering for up to 450 years, millions of tonnes of garbage are floating in our oceans, smothering the seabed, or washing up on shore. Due to compliance with regulations and the availability of port reception facilities, the yachting industry has made strides in tackling this issue, but it can still work towards making its waste pollution contribution 0%. Not only does polluting our oceans endanger the biodiversity of the marine environment, the waste also poses a threat to human health as well as yachts. The ingestion of micro-plastic by marine animals may introduce toxic chemicals to all organisms, including humans, along the rest of the food chain. Furthermore, upon contact, marine debris is capable of damaging hulls and disabling boat engines or propellers.

THE ISSUE

Waste and Plastic Management

At least 100,000 marine animals die each year from ingesting

plastic or being suffocated by it (Tara Expiditons)

Keeping our oceans waste-free will protect

its biodiversity

More than

10 million tonnes of waste per year is dumped at sea of

which 80% is plastic (Tara Expeditions)

Sea and waterway activities

account for 5% of marine litter in the Mediterranean

and 10 % of marine litter in the Caribbean

(International Coastal Cleanup Report as cited by UNEP)

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The multiple award winning 73m M/Y Grace E built by Picchiotti, one of the Perini Navi companies, is an excellent example of how to combine pure luxury with a genuine eco-friendly commitment.

Grace E’s manifold technological innovations in the galley allows this superyacht to remain at sea for weeks in remote areas where disposal facilities are not available. She utilises her multiple waste management systems, which together efficiently collects, processes and stores waste while sea cruising. These instruments include the Uson food waste collection system, Tony Team trash compactor, Krysteline glass imploder as well as a Hasswell bottle shredder.

An effective and hygienic waste handling system that complies with IMO Marpol regulations is essential for a yacht like Grace E that prioritises her excellence, sustainability and owner’s ability to go anywhere in the world. In addition, the macerator, glass imploder and bottle shredder achieve volume reductions, not only decreasing the storage space required on-board but also cutting disposal costs once on shore. Because she properly categorically stores and separates her trash and recyclables prior to port arrival, Grace E facilitates waste disposal once ashore and minimises her environmental footprint.

The Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation, in partnership with Surfrider Foundation Europe, Tara Expeditions, the Mava Foundation and IUCN, launched in March 2015 at the international conference “Plastic in the Mediterranean: beyond the observations, what are the solutions?” the initiative Beyond Plastic Med (BeMed). All the participants were gathered in Monaco for this conference that focused on identifying solutions and courses of action concerning plastic pollution.

As a result, the BeMed Task Force was formed to support innovative civic initiatives and influence political and regulatory decisions aimed at curbing plastic pollution whilst continuing to inform the general public about the extent of the problem in the Mediterranean.

By supporting innovative civic initiatives and raising awareness, this task force works towards creating momentum among local players to address this urgent issue. As a way to achieve this, a call for micro-initiatives to all Mediterranean countries was launched in June 2016, and each project will be assessed based on its innovativeness (technological, institutional or educational). The ultimate goal for BeMed is to develop a network of local associations, adapted to the local socio-economic conditions, fighting their own battle against plastic pollution by taking concrete actions.

Actors of the private sector and the scientific community are also invited to join the dialogue with the BeMed initiative to contribute to finding innovative solutions to reduce plastic pollution in the Mediterranean. To learn more about BeMed, please visit http://www.beyondplasticmed.org

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According to the International Marine Organisation (IMO) MARPOL1 Annex V regulations, yacht waste discharge is prohibited with the exception of ground of food waste and cleaning agents and additives used in deck or washed off the external surfaces.

1 Developed by the International Marine Organisation (IMO) in the 1970’s, MARPOL 73/78 is the main international convention that includes regulations aimed at preventing and minimising operational and accidental pollution from ships.

REGULATIONS

“Let’s take action together against plastic

pollution”

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Waste Water Management

Marine biodiversity and human health both rely on the cleanliness of our water sources. When wastewater contaminates the oceans, it jeopardizes the balance of ecosystems and the organisms that depend on them. If not disposed of ecologically, greywater, blackwater, and bilge water, among others, can have significant environmental impacts.

Greywater refers to the water that flows from showers, sinks, dishwashers, and washing machines which contains fats, soaps, and other household chemicals. Phosphates are often found in these substances and consequently promote excessive algal growth. This imbalance in the marine ecosystem results in oxygen depletion and the suffocation of aquatic life.

The oily mixture that accumulates in the lowest part of a vessel and is usually comprised of cleaning agents, lubricating oils, fuels, and other leaked fluids is known as bilge water. As this waste is often carcinogenic, it can lead to serious diseases for poisoned humans and marine organisms. Additionally, the oils in bilge water are able to physically cover marine animals, birds and plants and restrict their reproductive, mobile, and respiratory capabilities.

When blackwater (sewage water from urinals or toilets) is discharged into the ocean, it introduces bacteria and nutrients into the marine environment. Similar to the impact of phosphoric greywater, the increased amount of nutrients in an area may encourage local algal growth, thereby threatening the harmony of our oceans. Furthermore, bacterial contamination is a public health concern as there is the heightened risk of illness for those who come into direct contact with it or consume affected seafood.

THE ISSUE

70% of the wastewater dumped into

the Mediterranean is untreated (UNEP-MAP)

Wastewater may threaten the harmony of marine ecosystems

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Every year

590 million tonnes of sewage,

117,000 tonnes of mineral oil,

55,000 tonnes of mercury,

3,500 tonnes of lead and

33,000 tonnes of phosphates are dumped into the Mediterranean

(UNEP-MAP)

YERSIN - PIRIOU

The 76.6-metre eco-friendly Piriou’s M/V Yersin was presented at the Monaco Yacht Show in September 2015, a leading international superyachting event aiming to combine luxury with respect for the environment. Let’s discover this yacht and the technologies it uses for wastewater treatment. The M/V Yersin has a processing system for the treatment of black and grey water which is divided in three phases: filtration of foreign bodies, biological treatment of wastewater and microfiltration. During the biological treatment of wastewater process, organic matter contained in the water turns into carbon dioxide due to the effect of bacteria. Sludge remaining after the transformation is stored in the yacht and will be treated in land based processing facilities. Then, the microfiltration phase begins. Special membranes are used to filter wastewaters. In effect, micro-organisms and suspended particles are retained in the filtration membranes. The waters can therefore be directly released into the sea. Water discharged into the sea goes through a system ending with an UV filter to solve any problems which may have occurred during water treatment. No chemical product is used during the whole process.

The regulations in Annex IV of MARPOL prohibit discharging sewage water into the sea within a specified distance from the nearest land by ships that are greater than 400 gross tonnes or are certified to carry more than 15 people. At a distance more than 3 nautical miles, ships that have an approved sewage treatment plant or are discharging comminuted and disinfected sewage are permitted to discharge sewage water. At a distance more than 12 nautical miles, untreated blackwater may be discharged. The exception is in the Baltic Sea area where discharge of water that hasn’t not passed through a certified sewage treatment plant is prohibited at all distances from the shore.

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Fuel Consumptionand Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Even though yachts only contribute a small percentage of total greenhouse gas emissions, it is still important to minimise the air pollutants that result from yacht operation and more notably, diesel engines. Carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions heavily contribute to climate change which is one of the biggest threats to our planet and the ecosystems that depend on it. Other air pollutants, such as sulphur oxide (SOx), nitrous oxide (NOx) and particulates, have numerous health and environmental impacts as well, including water acidification and respiratory diseases.

In addition to the environmental reasons, there are economic and legal incentives to minimise fuel consumption on board. Economically, increasing fuel efficiency can lead to a fuel cost reduction of hundreds of thousands of euros per year. These are all good reasons to encourage yachts to use a land-based electricity supply, when docked, rather than their own generators.

THE ISSUE

Approximately

3.2 tonnes of CO2 are emitted for every tonne of

diesel consumed. (IMO)

A reduction of greenhouse gas emissions will help

stabilise the global climate

When stationary with the engine on, a boat

measuring more than 71meters consumes

0.45 tonnes of diesel an hour.

And when at a cruising speed between 15 and 22 knots, fuel costs

will be over 2,000€ per hour.

(New York Times)

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REGULATIONS

SOx & NOx REGULATIONS:The MARPOL Annex VI regulations, which entered into force in 2005, limits SOx and NOx emissions from ship exhaust gas and prohibits deliberately emitting ozone depleting substances.

The sulphur limit for ships in EU ports or navigating in Emission Control Areas (ECA), such as the North Sea or Baltic Sea, is 0.1%.

Similar regulations do not exist for the Mediterranean area. However, it would be interesting – within the framework of COP22 in Morocco – to propose to establish a Mediterranean ECA.

As of 1 January 2016, IMO Tier III regulations applies to yachts greater than 24m in length, with a gross tonnage over 500, or have engines that are over 130kW which are travelling in North America and US Caribbean ECAs. These regulations cut NOx emissions from yacht diesel engines by 74% compared to Tier II regulations.

ENERGY EFFICIENCY REGULATIONS:

In order to address CO2 emissions, IMO has enforced the Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI)2 and the Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan (SEEMP)3 since 1 January 2013.

These regulations require all new ships of 400 gross tonnage or greater built after 1 January 2013 to maintain an acceptable EEDI level (determined based on ship size and type) and all new and existing ships of 400 gross tonnage or greater to employ a SEEMP.

VIAREGGIO SUPERYACHTS

Simultaneously cutting their production costs by 10% and their yachts’ CO2 emissions by up to 30%

Through implementing Yachting 2.0, a computational sustainability program that uses a scientific model to enable companies to balance environmental, economic, and societal needs for a sustainable development, Viareggio SuperYachts (VSY) is debunking the myth that environmental-friendly energy use is an economical hindrance. They are able to reduce CO2 emissions from yacht usage by up to 30% while simultaneously observing a 10% reduction in production costs and a significant reduction of the owner´s operating and maintenance costs. Some of the many features VSY employs to minimize fuel consumption without sacrificing luxury includes: • electric auxiliary engines for use in harbor and wherever it is advisable to avoid running of the main engine, resulting in a vastly reduced environmental impact, especially in terms of noise; • highly efficient diesel-electric bow and stern auxiliary thrusters; • a Green Anchoring system to station the yacht by dynamic positioning powered by recycled energy; • installation of last generation particle filters for the highest possible smoke reduction in the exhaust system which allows for 100% clean air emissions; • recycling of the heat from the generator exhausts to produce hot water on board; • solar energy to power batteries and courtesy lights.

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2 The EEDI is an instrument that providies a measurement of a vessel’s energy efficiency.

3 The SEEMP is an obligatory management plan that outlines procedures and practices for improving energy efficiency at the ship-specific level.

Yacht Materials

Wood, especially teak, remains a widely popular material used for boatbuilding and decoration due to its exceptional aesthetic and technical properties. While being renewable is only one of the many environmental advantages of timber, the increasing demand of wood and persistent illegal logging threatens the future of our forests.

Effects of illegal logging Teak and other classic woods, which serve to preserve biodiversity, shelter wildlife, and store carbon emission, have become endangered species due to the illegal wood trafficking industry’s efforts to meet global demand. Large tropical forests are being depleted and transformed into fruitless plots of land making their subsequent wood products non-renewably sourced. Not only is illegal logging a major contributor to deforestation, it also deprives responsible businesses, local communities, and national governments of vital income.

Sustainable and certified wood benefits It is possible to meet the long-term demand for wood while stopping the depletion of our forests with sustainably managed forests and certified wood. Sustainably managed forests maintain viability for future use, avoid harming ecosystems, preserves biodiversity, and respect the social well-being of local communities. By purchasing certified teak and other certified wood alternatives, responsible buyers can be assured that their wood is traceable, legal, sustainably-sourced, and hence does not carry a destructive story.

TEAK & NON-CERTIFIED WOOD ISSUES

REGULATIONS

Coming into effect on 3 March 2013, the European Union Timber Regulation (EUTR) prohibits placing forest products and timber that are illegal (not in compliance with the laws of the country where it is harvested) on the EU market.

Originally adopted in the US in 1900 to prohibit the transport of illegally captured animals and wildlife products, the US Lacey Act was amended in 2008 to include timber, paper, and other illegal sourced forest products. This act holds all parties in the US equally liable under law, not limited to importers, exports, sellers, and buyers.

Deforestation contributes

20% of global greenhouse

gas emissions. (World Wildlife Fund)

13 million hectares of forest in the world disappear each year due to deforestation

(Planetoscope)

Illegal logging accounts for

50-90% of all forestry activities in key producer tropical

forests, such as those of the Amazon Basin, Central Africa and Southeast Asia, and 15-30% of all wood traded

globally. (Interpol)

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Preserving our forests today gives our children a better future.

Superyacht builders, suppliers of wood, furniture makers, and designers who care about deforestation have the opportunity to make a real difference to the environment by joining the Wood Forever Pact (WFP), the flagship project of the “Monaco makes a commitment against deforestation” initiative, led by the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation. This project aims at encouraging the yachting industry to use wood harvested from sustainably managed forests.

Wood Forever Pact Member: Superyacht buildersSuperyacht builders who sign up for membership of Wood Forever Pact commit to look for certified wood whenever possible in the process of yacht building. They also benefit from Wood Forever Pact technical partners, The Forest Trust (TFT) and the ATIBT (International Technical Association for Tropical Wood), expertise.WFP, ATIBT and TFT’s aim is to accompany and assist yacht builders in their own aims to use timber from sustainably managed forests – builders can choose to show potential clients their values, transparency and transformation through improvements.WFP Members can fly the Wood Forever Pact flag on their new builds at launch and use the Prince Albert II Foundation logo on their marketing materials. WFP members also benefit from WFP communications and introductions to WFP Ambassadors, Partners, and Supporters (donors).

Wood Forever Pact Partner: Suppliers of wood, furniture makers and designers

Suppliers: if they already use only certified wood then they may use the Wood Forever Pact Partner logo and benefit from WFP communications.Furniture Makers: if they are introducing a range of furniture from certified sources then they may use the Wood Forever Pact Partner logo on these items and benefit from WFP communications.Designers: if they specify only certified woods on their designs and introduce clients (superyacht owners) to WFP then they may use the Wood Forever Pact Partner logo on these items and benefit from WFP communications.

Partners are expected to share information with WFP on efforts they make to improve the supply chain, making proposals to their suppliers or clients in turn.

COMPOSITE MATERIALS ISSUES

It is estimated that there are more than 6 million yachts in the EU and nearly all are principally made of non-recyclable materials. Given the environmental impact of disposing of these large vessels at the end of their 30 to 50-year lifespan, the importance of using recyclable materials to build yachts is becoming increasingly evident.

Out of the millions of yachts in the world, approximately 90% were built using composite materials, such as glass-reinforced plastic. Combining polyester and fiberglass creates a molecular bond within these materials which makes them lightweight, strong, and hence suitable for yachts. However, the strength of the bond results in difficulties with breaking down and recycling the material. This leaves end-of-life composite yachts with two options: to be sunk or to be dismantled, reduced, and sent to landfills. Both of these methods leave an enduring and harmful mark on the environment. Moreover, in response to the environmental threat posed by the influx of yachts that are near or have already approached their end-of-life status, many countries are starting to restrict composite yacht disposal in landfills or are increasing the fees associated with this method.

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Burger Boat’s commitment to sustainable materials

During the 2011 Monaco Yacht Show, Burger Boat Company became the first official member of the Wood Forever Pact. Burger became a member because of its continuing efforts to control their wood supply chain and make responsible purchasing decisions. Burger’s commitment to the utilization of long-term sustainable materials is not new. The shipyard has repeatedly been an example of innovation by using sustainable materials since its founding in 1863.

Examples of this innovation include the 81ft Tamaris, built by Burger in 1938. Tamaris was the first all-welded steel auxiliary ketch in the USA. Then in 1956 Burger launched the 36ft Virginia, America’s first all-welded aluminum vessel. Together, these two vessels were the catalyst for Burger’s tradition of designing and constructing high quality aluminum and steel yachts.

Aluminum and steel, along with sustainable wood products, have clear pathways for recycling which makes them environmentally-friendly substitutes for composite materials. Given that 95% of aluminum content in vehicles can be recovered and that recycled aluminum only uses about 4% to 6% of the energy needed to make virgin aluminum, nearly two-thirds of aluminum used for the manufacture of cars and components used in recreational boating comes from recycled aluminum. In addition, steel, other metals, and wood also can be recycled through conventional methods allowing Burger to minimize the future environmental impact of their yachts.

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Ecological Mooring

On average, seagrass covers

50-60% of the seafloor within

mooring fields compared with

80-90% in the control areas.

(European Commission DG Environment)

When a leisure boat anchors between

42 and 90% of Posidonia oceanica

(the Mediterranean seagrass) shoots are torn out

of the disturbed meadow. (RAMOGE)

From Marseille to Monaco, at least

500 yachts greater

than 24m are forced to moor at sea during the summer season,

due to an insufficient quantity of superyacht berths at port.

(RAMOGE)

While the yachting industry can attract many tourists and benefit local economies, the over-frequentation of yachts in a concentrated marine environment can be particularly harmful if not properly managed.

When a deadweight mooring or anchor is dropped, coralligenous and seagrass meadows are damaged and risk being exposed to new invasive species if the anchor is not properly cleaned.

These marine habitats are vital as they both protect against erosion and provide shelter for numerous underwater species as well as serve to balance the underwater ecosystem.

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Coralligenous and Posidonia seagrass meadows are at stake

According to the Mediterranean Action Plan (MAP) launched by United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), Posidonia oceanica is an endangered and therefore protected species.

Although there lack adequate international laws that preserve coralligenous and Posidonia seagrass, there are some local and national regulations that have taken steps towards protecting these ecosystems. For instance, the French Order of 19 July 1988 and the Spanish Order of 23 January 1992 forbid the destruction Posidonia oceanica in each respective country. There are also several countries that have passed marine conservation laws which make dropping anchors on coral illegal.

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FUTURE ORGANISED ANCHORAGE AREA IN THE BAY OF PAMPELONNE-CORNICHE VAROISE SITE

As there are currently not many ecological mooring alternatives for superyachts, reflection is underway for the best mooring solution that will minimise their environmental impact. Organized mooring buoys and efforts to direct yachts towards less sensitive areas are tools that have reduced the frequentation of anchors on highly delicate marine floors and that can be further developed upon. While there are some ports that have installed buoys that are suitable for superyachts greater than 60m, such as George Town Harbour in the Cayman Islands and Port St. Charles in Barbados, an overwhelming majority of mooring buoys are designed to only accommodate smaller yachts.

MONACO AND MARINE PROTECTED AREAS FOCUS

At the United Nations General Assembly, negotiations on a new agreement to protect the biodiversity in high seas (Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction) started in March 2016 thanks to the work of the Principality of Monaco. Furthermore, Monaco also worked to include in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) adopted in September 2015 a specific SDG related to the oceans (SDG 14). In both cases, the personal commitment of H.S.H Prince Albert II and His Foundation played an important part. At the scientific level, Monaco supports research projects aiming to better understand marine ecosystems or the impacts of ocean acidification on marine ecosystems. To reach this goal, the AMAO (Monegasque association on ocean acidification) was created to coordinate all the institutions working on this subject. Furthermore, the initiative of Monaco at the IPCC led to the approval of a special report on the links between oceans and climate change.On the ground, the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation and the Government of Monaco support many projects on the protection of marine biodiversity and fishery resources – such as the protection of the bluefin tuna – but also a project, conducted in partnership with Mr Goodfish, promoting the sustainable consumption of seafood or a project promoting the launch of a trust funds in France and in Tunisia to develop Marine Protected Areas (MPA) in the Mediterranean Sea.For 10 years, the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation has taken action to protect the environment and has shown that it is possible to reverse the trend toward species extinction, to improve scientific knowledge, to make progress in safeguarding fragile ecosystems or to move forward with international environmental negotiations. The Oceans are teeming with life and deserve our attention. The Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation works tirelessly in conjunction with several Monegasque institutions to gain a better understanding of our oceans and to protect them.

Bay of Pampelonne (Presqu’île de Saint-Tropez):

During the summer of 2016, studies were finalized for the creation of an organised anchorage area in the highly-frequented Bay of Pampelonne located in the Corniche Varoise Natura 20004 site. This innovative site will be the first to employ numerous ecological (or non-impacting) moorings for superyachts allowing for the preservation of the bay’s valuable marine floor, especially during the summer season. It proposes the following:

• Ecological moorings that can be removed during non-peak seasons• Possibility of accommodating 24m-80m yachts • 27 yachts up to 24m • 28 yachts between 24m and 50m • 5 yachts between 50m and 80m• Online reservation system, valet, and other services

The inauguration of this organised anchorage area is expected to take place during summer 2018.

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4 Natura 2000 is a network of protected areas that aims to preserve the most threatened and valuable species and habitats of the EU.

10 Tips for Eco-Friendly Yachting

• Avoid spillage by taking care when filling up with fuelUse approved fuel storage containers for the fuel reserves. These should be filled up on the wharf and not on board for additional protection.

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• Strictly use ecological & biodegradable cleaning products Not only for regular boat cleaning but also for periodic hull maintenance.

• No discharging in harbours, maritime parks or protected zones of special ecological significanceAlways follow the rules given by the respective authorities.

• Prefer waiting for a pump-out station to discharge the vessel wastewaterIf not accessible for an extended period of time, use on board wastewater treatment systems to remove pollutants before discharging at sea.

WASTEWATER

• Minimize potential waste brought on board Buy in bulk, dispose of non-reusable packaging prior leaving the port, and always prefer reusable tableware/containers.

• Only dispose of waste in appropriate containers on shoreA careful separation of food waste, recyclables and hazardous waste (used batteries and signal rockets) is recommended. Be prepared with sufficient waste storage for the duration of the trip and always return hazardous waste to the distributor.

WASTE • Check the nature of the seabed before dropping anchorPrefer anchoring in sand areas (clear colour as seen from the surface) for minimum impact on the flora and fauna present on the seabed. Applica-tions such as Donia, provide information concerning the type of seabed, including the presence of Posidonia oceanica.

• Always prefer securing your vessel to a mooring buoyto minimize your direct impact on the sea floor; if not available, prefer rope rodes to chain rodes for a reduced environmental impact seeing as the latter scrapes the bottom.

• Clean thoroughly the anchor before and after anchoringThis eliminates possible residues of Caulerpa taxifolia, an invasive species threatening the already-depleted stocks of Posidonia oceanica.

ANCHORING

• Ensure that the on board equipment is functional before leaving the portThis includes the motor to avoid oil/fuel leaks and the waste and was-tewater treatment devices.

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