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The Association of Arctic Expedition Cruise Operators (AECO) received USD 44,000 from the Svalbard Environmental Protection Fund to continue its work on reducing emissions from expedition cruise operations. Together with previous funding, the Fund has invested USD 110,000 in the organization's Climate Change Project.
The new project period, extending until February 2028, will help AECO members strengthen emissions reporting, improve understanding of greenhouse gas emissions from expedition cruise operations, assess the readiness of Arctic ports and infrastructure for the maritime energy transition, and develop practical guidelines to support further emission reductions.
"We want to help our members better understand their climate footprint and identify practical opportunities to reduce emissions. Reliable data is essential for measuring progress, identifying opportunities, and supporting informed decision-making across the expedition cruise sector," said Leoni Dickerhoff, AECO's Interim Director of Operations.
AECO members adopted a Climate Commitment in 2024 and agreed in 2025 to work towards mandatory fuel consumption reporting across the organization. These initiatives reflect a commitment to greater transparency and continuous improvement.
In addition to developing key performance indicators (KPIs) and updated guidance materials for members, the project will analyze operational and infrastructure challenges related to the maritime energy transition. Special attention will be given to the readiness of Arctic ports to support alternative fuels and shore power solutions.
By strengthening the sector's knowledge base and reporting practices, the project will help expedition cruise operators better understand their emissions, identify reduction opportunities, and support AECO's broader goal of responsible Arctic tourism.
