Shore power: Cruise ships to get charged up at Port Everglades
Cruise ships are known for their luxurious amenities and exciting destinations, but they are also notorious for their environmental impact. The massive vessels emit large amounts of greenhouse gases and other pollutants, contributing to climate change and air pollution. However, a new initiative at Port Everglades in Florida aims to reduce the environmental impact of cruise ships by providing them with shore power.
Shore power, also known as cold ironing or alternative maritime power, allows ships to turn off their engines and plug into an electrical grid on land while they are docked at port. This eliminates the need for the ships to burn fuel and emit pollutants while they are stationary. Instead, they can draw electricity from the grid, which is typically generated from cleaner sources such as natural gas, wind, or solar power.
The shore power project at Port Everglades is part of a larger effort to make the port more sustainable and reduce its carbon footprint. The port has already implemented several other green initiatives, such as using electric vehicles and installing solar panels on its buildings. The shore power system will be available to all cruise ships that call at the port, and it is expected to reduce emissions by up to 95%.
The project is a collaboration between Broward County, which owns and operates Port Everglades, and Florida Power & Light Company (FPL), which will provide the electricity for the shore power system. FPL has already installed similar systems at other ports in Florida, including Port of Miami and Port Canaveral.
The shore power system at Port Everglades is expected to be operational by the end of 2022. It will be a significant step forward in reducing the environmental impact of cruise ships and promoting sustainable tourism. As more ports and cruise lines adopt shore power and other green technologies, the future of the cruise industry looks brighter and more sustainable.
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