GABRIEL'S IDEA: Recycling waste on cruise ships to renewable energy

ISO cruise ship companies and waste management companies as well as renewable energy companies.

Your country

Canada

Are you submitting as a team or as an individual?

Individual submission

In one sentence, tell us about your idea.

I have an idea for recycling waste on cruiseships to renewable energy

Finish this sentence: My ideal collaborative partner or partners would be...

cruiseship companies and waste management companies as well as renewable energy companies

In regards to finding the right collaborator, what is the most immediate or most pressing challenge you're facing right now?

This is a big idea with lots of partners involved. We need to start somewhere small and gain momentum.

BONUS QUESTION: What is it about your idea that makes you feel good?

I love to go on cruises but I also see alot of waste being produced and there can be a better solution in recycling and reducing waste

What makes your idea innovative? Why has no one ever done it before?

I believe this idea is on the minds of many people. However, to fully succeed it would take alot of work and determination.

How far does your idea reach?

Global

Ideally, when would you launch this idea?

More than two years from now

Who will benefit the most from your idea?

I believe the world would benefit the most from all the reduced waste and recycling. We can continue to enjoy our beloved vacations knowing it can be truly sustainable to the earth.

At Sigmund, we are interested in ideas at the intersection of People, Planet, and Profit. How does your idea support these three categories?

It supports the Planet by reducing waste to the oceans. It supports people by making vacations more enjoyable and sustainable. It supports profit when we are making waste into renewable energy.

Making the world a better place can seem daunting. At Sigmund, we have found this list of UN Goals to be a great compass. What UN goals would you say your idea relates to?

Clean Water and Sanitation

Affordable and Clean Energy

Sustainable Cities and Communities