The project will create 30 jobs and result in US$22m in economic activity, according to the port authority. It is due for completion in 2014.<\/p>\n
The US$19.3m shore power port facility will allow cruise ships serving the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal to plug in to a more environmentally friendly electrical landside power source, rather than operating on their diesel generated power while at the dock.<\/p>\n
Port Authority vice chairman, Scott Rechler, said: “The cruise industry is a vital contributor to the region’s economy, and today’s action will ensure it continues to drive job growth and economic activity, it makes good economic sense, is good for the environment and will help make the port more competitive.”<\/p>\n
The implementation of shore power is a step towards tackling fumes from idling cruise ships at the Red Hook Port. Environmental benefits from the new facility will include an annual reduction of 1,500 tonnes of carbon dioxide, 95 tonnes of nitrous oxide, and 6.5 tonnes of particulate matter.<\/p>\n
Funding for the project comes from the Port Authority and a grant from the US Environmental Protection Agency. In addition, Princess and Cunard will spend up to US$4m to retrofit its ships. The New York Power Authority will supply electricity to the cruise lines at a fixed and discounted rate for a period of five years.<\/p>\n
The Brooklyn Cruise Terminal is owned by the Port Authority and managed by the New York City Economic Development Corporation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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