by Brian Major
Last updated: 11:45 AM ET, Wed March 19, 2025
The port’s “Cruisin’
Green” initiative will engage tenants, vendors, employees, cruise lines and
passengers, and local visitors to implement waste collection and sorting
practices across the facility, said officials.
New recycling
bins were recently installed at the Port, and cardboard, aluminum cans, glass
and paper products will be sorted under the initiative, which aims to reduce
waste, promote environmental sustainability and protect marine life, said NCP
officials in a statement.
The program
will also include elements designed to involve the Nassau community at the redeveloped
NCP facility, which opened in 2023 and now features the Bahamas Museum of
Junkanoo plus an amphitheater, shops, cafes, restaurants and excursion
providers.
A water park is scheduled to open at the facility later this
year.
Other recent
additions include a new cruise arrivals terminal, new outposts for the Royal
Bahamas Police Force and the Royal Bahamas Defence Force, a new ground transportation
area to support taxi and tour operations, a hair-braiding pavilion and an event
space overlooking the harbor.
“By integrating
strategically placed recycling bins, clear signage, comprehensive training and
community-driven initiatives, we are fostering a culture of environmental responsibility,”
said Yeshantai Thompson, NCP’s health, safety and environment manager.
“Through
collaboration with our partners, we aim to engage as many stakeholders as
possible in this movement toward a cleaner, more sustainable future,” said Thompson.
“Our mission is
to lead by example and inspire the industry to adopt similar green initiatives,”
said Mike Maura, NCP’s CEO and director.
Said Maura, “By
collaborating with our partners, tenants, and community, we intend to create
lasting changes that benefit the environment and future generations of
Bahamians for many years.”
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