Air Pollution actions to take

Over the past 20 years, rapid growth in the number and size of cruise ships arriving in Ogden Point has brought noxious emissions to the James Bay neighbourhood.

Even as sulphur dioxide levels from cruise ships have been reduced to required acceptable levels, other compounds are being emitted, especially greenhouse gases, particulate matter (black carbon), NOx and volatile organic compounds. There is growing concern about ultrafine particles which have the potential to cause major health problems.

See our FAQs for more information on the problem of cruise-caused air pollution.

AIR POLLUTION ACTIONS NEEDED

• Use lowest sulphur fuels NOW

• Apply Polluter Pay Principle to Cruise Lines – use sustainable fuels, like green hydrogen, install shore power if/when feasible – without taxpayer subsidies