“LIFE AT SEA IS BETTER”
Sir Francis Drake
From Gozo to Everest: The inspiring mission behind Coast is Clear
Mark Galea Pace's journey began as a solo three-day adventure collecting plastic debris along Malta's coast, but it soon transformed into the renowned 'Coast is Clear' movement. With over 170 clean-ups and over 100 tons of waste removed, Mark shares the highs and challenges of leading an environmental crusade on land and sea.
Eco-friendly boating: how to minimise your impact on the environment
Skipper looks at some tips and strategies for eco-friendly boating, including proper waste disposal, using eco-friendly products, choosing an eco-friendly vessel, avoiding environmental damage, and supporting conservation efforts. By following these practices, you can enjoy boating while also doing your part to protect the environment.
TOP 5 TAKEAWAYS FROM THE MB92 SUSTAINABILITY REPORT
Sustainability is a constant concern for any seafarer with a fondness for sailing; as conditions worsen, the sea can become hostile to human and marine life, rendering any journey into the waters dangerous. However, according to refit yard MB92, there are multiple solutions that the superyacht industry can undertake to minimise the significant toll that superyachts have on the environment. While many new builds have pioneered technologies to create a far more sustainable fleet, these efforts do not apply to the current fleet of vessels, which can become challenging to retrofit or modernise depending on the superyacht.
STEMMING THE TIDE
Mark Galea Pace speaks to Skipper about his expedition Clean Seas 2021 - a solo three-day cleaning campaign across our islands in a bid to clean our seas from plastic and debris and reduce ocean damage.