Interest and action have been building to address environmental concerns as it relates to the recreational boating industry.  Topics include the disposal of human and pet waste, trash, petroleum products as well as habitat disturbance and air pollution.  

The boating industry is taking aggressive steps to address potential damage to the environment from the result of recreational boating and related products.  Cleaner operating engines, avoiding fuel spillage and many other topics are being addressed.  Manufacturing processes are being put in place to expand green initiatives while quality products that support a better environment are being produced for the market.  

Along with boaters who take it on themselves to seek green alternatives and these manufacturing/product changes, join the campaign to save the environment whether on land, in the water or in the air.  

How can you help?

1.  Use non-evasive cleaners and related products - check out colloidal cleaners such as 303 products.  Check for the "earth-friendly" green label. 
2.  Dispose of trash and waste appropriately
3.  Respect marine wildlife and follow all fishing regulations
4.  Keep your engine tuned up and in good working order
5.  Use best practices when refueling
6.  Reuse and recycle on the water, just as you would on land

In addition, look for bulk products and those with less packaging; air-powered airhorns that don't rely on aerosol cans; use of lead-free solder in circuit boards such as those manufactured by CDI, those manufacturers that use recycled metals, buy LED lighting.

How are you promoting going green in your boating experience?