Pärlan sailing team

Decreasing eutrophication

The aim of preventing eutrophication is to reduce the load of suspended solids and nutrients, such as phosphorus and nitrogen, entering inland waters and the Baltic Sea, and to enhance the circular economy of nutrients.

Our actions in this theme are:

Commitment:
Regular maintenance of the engine; proper storage of hazardous substances.

Reducing hazardous substances

The aim of reducing harmful substances is to decrease and prevent harmful substances, such as toxic chemicals, plastics, and oils, from entering water, soil, and air.

Our actions in this theme are:

Commitment:
The aim of increasing biodiversity is to halt biodiversity loss and safeguard the diversity of species and habitats by combating invasive alien species and protecting and restoring natural environments.

Increasing biodiversity

The aim of increasing biodiversity is to halt biodiversity loss and safeguard the diversity of species and habitats by combating invasive alien species and protecting and restoring natural environments.

Our actions in this theme are:

Commitment:
We did not fish, nor did our activities contribute to the destruction of habitats.

Promoting sustainable use of the seas

The aim of promoting the sustainable use of the seas is to ensure environmental sustainability in maritime transport, recreational use, and other marine industries.

Our actions in this theme are:

Commitment:
We sail; we don’t go out in a motorboat.

Preventing littering

The aim of preventing littering is to minimise the amount of waste generated by properly sorting waste and removing litter that has already ended up in the environment.

Our actions in this theme are:

Commitment:
Trash was collected, and reusable mugs and cutlery were used

Increasing cooperation and inclusion

The aim of increasing cooperation and participation is to enhance water protection collaboration within and between organisations, increase knowledge of best practices, and integrate consideration of the Baltic Sea into the organisation’s regular operations.

Our actions in this theme are:

Commitment:
We only use the engine in ports.