Associations & Organizations Archives - Megayacht News

4 SeaKeepers Program Opportunities for Hands-on Ocean Conservation

Sat, 11 May 2024 04:00:00 +0000

The International SeaKeepers Society regularly engages yacht owners, guests, and crew in its ocean-conservation efforts. Last year, for example, volunteers helped collect sargassum samples. The non-profit has relationships with marine researchers and scientists all over the world who want and need public participation. This summer, a handful of groundbreaking research projects are getting underway. Here […]

The post 4 SeaKeepers Program Opportunities for Hands-on Ocean Conservation appeared first on Megayacht News.

]]>

First-Ever Environmental Crew Guidelines to Help Steer Eco-Friendlier Practices On Your Superyacht

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 09:00:00 +0000

While well-publicized technological advances are lowering emissions from megayachts, far less information focuses on daily practices aboard. That’s about to change, however. The Environmental Crew Guidelines, a free set of procedures, can improve your yacht’s footprint based on real-world, impactful actions. In fact, according to a key contributor, crew can reduce emissions by nearly one-third […]

The post First-Ever Environmental Crew Guidelines to Help Steer Eco-Friendlier Practices On Your Superyacht appeared first on Megayacht News.

]]>

Yachting for Forests: Sustainability Standards for Woods on Your Yacht

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 04:00:00 +0000

Superyachts regardless of size typically have a substantial amount of wood aboard, from paneling to flooring and decking. A new initiative, Yachting for Forests, is encouraging designers, builders, suppliers, and ultimately owners to be more mindful of responsible sourcing. It’s encouraging the industry not only to set standards, but also to show the larger maritime […]

The post Yachting for Forests: Sustainability Standards for Woods on Your Yacht appeared first on Megayacht News.

]]>

Junior SeaKeeper Program Wants Young Ocean Ambassadors

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 04:00:00 +0000

Superyacht owners aren’t the only ones paying attention to the health of the ocean. Their children and grandchildren are, too. Arguably, today’s youth are more environmentally minded than the generations coming before then. If a teenager in your household would enjoy participating in hands-on oceanographic research and related experience, the International SeaKeepers Society has an […]

The post Junior SeaKeeper Program Wants Young Ocean Ambassadors appeared first on Megayacht News.

]]>

Water.org Gains Support From Northrop & Johnson

Sat, 11 Jun 2022 04:00:00 +0000

Water safe to drink and for sanitary needs is a crisis in many countries, including the United States. Water.org has provided it to tens of millions globally. This is one of several reasons why Northrop & Johnson has pledged to support the non-profit. Water.org got its start in 2009, following the teaming of actor Matt […]

The post Water.org Gains Support From Northrop & Johnson appeared first on Megayacht News.

]]>