It's a pleasure today to have a chat with the inventor of Barnacide, Dr. Reed Phillips, and we are going to have an opportunity to learn about Barnacide and also a little bit of a story for how Barnacide came to being. But most importantly, I want to just welcome Dr. Reed Phillips and this conversation that we have, which I think is going to be timely and very interesting for our Green Boating community. Welcome, Dr. Phillips. Dr. Phillips Hello, Bruno. It's a pleasure to be here with you today to talk about the research that I have been doing. TGB Wonderful. Well, listen, we appreciate the ti ..read more

Introduction As a boater, you probably already know that many of the things we use on boats are not environmentally friendly. However, that doesn't mean we can't make small changes to reduce our carbon footprint. One way to do this is by using eco-friendly coffee makers on board. In this blog post, we will discuss the benefits of using such coffee makers, and present some of the best eco-friendly coffee makers available on the market. Benefits of using eco-friendly coffee makers Eco-friendly coffee makers are designed to consume less energy and produce less waste. They are also made with mater ..read more

Ocean Friendly Coating Inspired by Nature The Green Boater meets up with Dr. Rick Breur, founder of Finsulate, a European company who has created a new and revolutionary antifouling coating for boats - inspired by nature: the lowly sea urchin! Traditional antifouling coatings are considered harmful to the marine environment since they contain biocides and toxins which ablate off the hull surface and enter the marine eco system. Finsulate is applied by first cleaning and preparing the boat's hull surface. Then, the adhesive film is cut to fit the shape of the hull and applied to the surface us ..read more

The Avator 7.5e is an exciting new addition to the Mercury product line, offering a glimpse into the future of boating technology. With its advanced electric motor and lithium-ion battery, the Avator 7.5e represents a major step forward in eco-friendly boating. As the world moves towards more sustainable practices in all aspects of life, boating is no exception. Traditional gas-powered outboards can be noisy, polluting, and expensive to maintain. The Avator 7.5e offers a reliable and efficient alternative that reduces both your carbon footprint and your operating costs. The Avator 7.5e is desi ..read more

A Green Boater is a term used to describe boaters who are environmentally conscious and take steps to reduce their impact on the marine environment. They choose to use eco-friendly products such as biodegradable oils and lubricants, biocide-free antifouling paints, and low-emission engines, and also take steps to reduce their energy consumption and waste production while on board. They are also aware of the effects of their boating activities on the marine environment and take actions to minimize their impact, such as avoiding sensitive habitats, adhering to speed limits, and properly disposin ..read more

Rarely do we rave about a specific product on the market. But as we prepare for the upcoming boating season, boat owners will be hauling out and working on their hulls and running gear. The dreaded bottom painting and coating. My 48.5 wooden trawler sits in marine life rich ocean water for 51.5 weeks of the year. Most of the time not moving - either at anchor or tied up in her home berth marina. A perfect environment for barnacle and organic growth. One year I had a boatyard coat my twin props with Propspeed. A two part treatment that looked stunning in yellow once applied. The immediate effec ..read more

The Green Boater is launching a simple initiative to help boaters reduce their impact on the environment. We call it the ‘1 Million Boaters x 1 Action’ programme We, as recreational boaters love boating! Why else would be be so willing to incur the expense, time and effort? I have also found that, for the most part, boaters are ahead of the curve when it comes to protecting our rivers, lakes and oceans. For example, boaters concern themselves with conserving drinking water, finding ways to minimize garbage on board and optimize packing ‘stuff’ into their limited storage spaces. These are actio ..read more

The Green Boater TV connects with full time liveaboard boaters, Esther and Michael, who tossed out their traditional marine head and installed a Composting Toilet from ‘Air Head’. So much great information that we created a 3 part series. Part 1: How to Choose a Composting Toilet Part 2: How to Install a Composting Toilet Part 3: How to operate a Composting Toilet You will be pleasantly surprised on how inexpensive it was to purchase AND even more surprised on cheap this is to operate. AND with virtually no parts maintenance! Summary A composting marine toilet: inexpensive to purchase ine ..read more

Refuse: Say no to allowing items aboard. Once on board you ‘own’ it. Reduce: Purge the junk on board and focus on necessities. Reuse: Prioritize and use reusable items = less onboard garbage!  Recycle: Practice the first 3R’s (refuse, reduce, and reuse) then recycle as 4th step. Rot: Compost galley waste and find onshore locations which accept compost. +1 Repair: Consider repairing/restoring before replacing. This sets boaters apart ..read more

New eBook now available for free download! We have just released our new 36 Page Guide with tips on how to reduce the negative impact on the health of our oceans while enjoying your passion for boating. Includes a checklist of the top 10 Green Boating Tips! FREE download - The Practical Guide to GREEN BOATING We believe recreational boaters are the first line of defense when it comes to protecting the health of our oceans. Boaters can choose more eco-friendly products, improve engine maintenance and embrace new boating practices in order to help sustain the health of our oceans. This guide see ..read more