Sustainability-wiki

This is a place to assess and improve the sustainable practices and technologies utilized by Beam Reach. Place new information in the categories below or create a new category for your efforts.

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Our green ship: Gato Verde

Energy generation: a biodiesel-electric propulsion system Energy sources: biodiesel, propane, lamp oil, batteries, regeneration under sail (Should we have a wind turbine? Photovoltaic panels? A fuel cell?)

Water source(s): Water use(s): hydration, washing (dishes) Water fates: grey water

Sewage system title=Sewage in the sea

Solid waste: Trash, recycling

Quiet underwater signature: pro driv

Terrestrial home: Friday Harbor Labs and San Juan Island

Food production and choices Lacrover Farm Vegetarians and carnivores

Water supply: at FHL, on SJI, in particular neighborhoods (salt water intrusion and desalination) Water uses: showers, laundry, hydration)