Clean Regatta
As an event that depends heavily on the health of the ocean and the beauty of our local area, Bay of Islands Sailing Week believes it’s of the utmost importance that we respect, preserve and help improve the natural environment around us.
Our aim is to have zero negative impact on our local environment, and ultimately to deliver positive benefits on land and at sea through our policies, partnerships and educational efforts. (Inset the badge into text as a text wrap)
We are all sailors – organisers and participants – who share a love and respect for the ocean. We want Bay of Islands Sailing Week to continue to provide opportunities for sailors to enjoy their sport, and benefits to our local community, long into the future. That’s why we are committed to running an environmentally responsible and sustainable regatta.
We hope you will help us run a clean regatta, even if you only make small changes, because:
“Great things are not done by impulse, but by a series of small things brought together.”
clean regatta goals
Less waste
We’re cutting landfill reliance by rejecting unnecessary waste, reusing items, and prioritising recycling and composting
No discharge
To protect our oceans and marine life, we enforce a strict no-discharge rule for all competitors
Emissions Reduction
We’re reducing fossil fuel use by limiting travel and choosing cleaner, more efficient transport options
Locally Sourced
We support local suppliers to shrink our carbon footprint and strengthen our community.
education & engagement
We’re spreading awareness and encouraging everyone involved to help create a more sustainable regatta
How Can You Help
Minimise on-board waste by taking reusable food containers and bottles with you
Refill your water bottles for FREE at our water refilling stations at Regatta HQ in Opua
Separate recyclables, compostables and general waste. We will have recycling stations at Regatta HQ
Carpool to the Marina each day or walk/bike if you’re staying close enough. It’ll help alleviate the parking problems in Opua too
Certificates
Bay of Islands Sailing Week was proud to again be awarded PLATINUM Clean Regatta status – the highest level of sustainability certification in the Sailors for the Sea programme.