Disney Cruise Line Earns Blue Circle Award For Its Commitment to Sustainability
While the Disney Cruise Line is world-renowned for its customer service, immersive environments, and unparalleled experience, its cruise unit has also become known for its commitment to sustainability.
Over the past several years, the Disney Cruise Line has won numerous awards for its sustainable practices and environmentally conscious actions.
In April, the company announced numerous new initiatives to redesign the guest experience, reduce waste, and eliminate single-use plastics.
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Now, Disney is once again being recognized for their efforts.
The Blue Circle Award
Disney Cruise Line has been awarded the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority’s 2024 Blue Circle Award in recognition of its ongoing commitment to sustainability.
The Cruise Line has won the Blue Circle Award for 12 years running. That is every year that the Disney Wonder has called the port home.
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The award celebrates Disney’s participation in the port’s EcoAction Program, which encourages the use of innovative technologies to minimize the region’s environmental impact.
Environmental Initiatives
Among the initiatives that Disney Wonder utilizes to reduce emissions and minimize waste is the use of hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) as part of its strategy to reduce emissions.
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The ship also reduces emissions by utilizing the port’s shore power technology.
“Shore power allows cruise ships to turn off their engines while docked and ‘plug in’ to the port’s power source to run all onboard systems as normal. By connecting to shore power, the Disney Wonder saves fuel and reduces air emissions,” Disney explained.
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To learn more about the Disney Cruise Line’s commitment to sustainability, visit impact.disney.com.
