Cruise Ships Emit Far More Carbon Than Planes
Seattle wants a common sense, greener alternative to the planned cruise ship terminal. We need enforceable policies that encourage business development alongside historical preservation and environmental protection.
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Cruise Ships Emit Far More Carbon Than Planes
07 Nov Cruise Ships Emit Far More Carbon Than Planes
Research from the Climate Outreach Information Network found that cruises are far more polluting, per passenger mile, than flying.
If someone sails from Southhampton in England to New York City and back on a mid-sized ship, that person would use almost 7.6 times as much carbon as making the same journey by plane.
Read the full story in the Guardian.
