Royal Cruise's new terminal in Texas will be solar powered.
goals and decarbonization strategy, which it has dubbed Destination Net Zero. The plan consists of different points of action, including the use of infrastructure materials that produce less carbon, creating solar panels for energy self-sufficiency and implementing strategies to reduce light pollution. Guests to the port, as well as staff members, will also use bicycle facilities with electric charging stations for transportation around the community.
“We are focused on innovating across all aspects of our company, especially in our work to advance sustainability in the communities we visit,” said Jason Liberty, president and CEO of Royal Caribbean Group, in a press release. “We deeply value both the oceans we sail and the communities we visit and operate in and the modern design and development features at our terminal in Galveston will work in service of both.
The Galveston terminal is the cruise line’s fourth LEED-certified facility, including Terminal A at Port Miami, its Innovative Lab in the city, and the port in Springfield, Oregon. The opening will also mark the first time the city welcomes the cruise’s Oasis class ships for easy arrival and departure for guests traveling from Texas.
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