Best Practices & Discussion Forums

Are you looking for help on how to implement a sustainability initiative or want to share a success story from your Clean Regatta? Each Best Practice listed below hosts a discussion board, where Clean Regattas organizers can ask questions, offer advice, or source innovative solutions to their sustainability challenges. Click on a Best Practice to join the conversation!

ELIMINATION OF SINGLE-USE ITEMS

1. Eliminate Single-Use Water Bottles and Provide Water Refill Stations
2. Eliminate Plastic Straws
3. Serve Food with Plastic-Free Dinnerware
4. Skip Bags or Go Reusable
5. Award Practical Items or Use a Perpetual or Upcycled Trophy

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

6. Publicize Your Sustainability Efforts
7. Involve Local Organizations
8. Post Educational and Reusable Signage
9. Serve Local Food or Source Seafood Sustainably

RESPONSIBLE WASTE MANAGEMENT

10. Organize A Green Team
11. Ensure Proper Waste Bin Placement and Signage
12. Divert Food Waste from the Landfill
13. Use Paperless Event Management

ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP

14. Host a Beach or Marina Clean-up
15. Promote Alternative Transportation
16. Increase Awareness of Wildlife and Habitat Protection
17. Offer Vegetarian or Vegan Alternatives

GREEN BOATING

18. Use Eco-Smart Management Techniques
19. Prevent Toxins from Entering the Water
20. Encourage Green Boating Practices