Anumber of cruise lines , including MSC Cruises , have begun introducing new sustainability measures designed to reduce their impact on the seas they sail . One of the key innovations arriving in 2024 is ships powered by liquefied natural gas ( LNG ) and fuel cell technology . These aim to dramatically decrease the amount of greenhouse gases that the large ships emit , a long-standing issue in the industry . |
Some companies have also introduced bans on single-use plastics , an initiative gaining momentum across many industries . In addition , major line Royal Caribbean has made significant investment into improving the environmental impact of its new Galveston terminal . The Texas jumpoff point is considered to be the world ’ s first ever ‘ zero energy ’ terminal , generating its energy via on-site solar panels . |
Saudi Arabia World Expo The Saudi Arabian capital , Riyadh , has been selected to host the World Expo in 2030 , opening October 1 , 2030 and closing March 31 , 2031 . The six- month event , which brings countries together , is held once every five years . |
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