Nation’s Leading Aquariums Join Forces to Tackle Climate Change

Today Mystic Aquarium and 23 other members of the Aquarium Conservation Partnership announced their first step in achieving their long-term goal of climate neutrality. Together, these institutions will work to leverage their outstanding legacy of leadership in conservation, science, communication, and education to realize climate solutions.

With a long-term goal of achieving climate neutrality, Mystic Aquarium has already completed the first phase of its institution-wide Energy Savings Plan, which includes new and upgraded lighting, HVAC, and life support systems. The Aquarium has also conducted a baseline greenhouse gas emission audit of Scope 1 (direct, onsite) and Scope 2 (indirect emissions from owned sources). Soon, you will see more charging stations for electric vehicles, and the Aquarium will be transitioning its own vehicle fleet to hybrid and electric. And while you may not see them, the Aquarium roof will sport an array of solar panels to generate renewable energy.

“Mystic Aquarium is proud to work along our partner institutions to be leaders in conservation and good environmental stewards. That starts with what happens right here, on our own campus,” said Katie Cubina, Senior Vice President of Mission Programs. “Our commitment to energy conservation and the responsible use of renewable energy is important to our staff and volunteers, but also to our guests and partner organizations. We all must work together to help solve the climate crisis, and we are excited to serve as a leader and model for the region.”

Read the article here: https://www.mysticaquarium.org/2022/04/22/mystic-tackles-climate-change/