Green Shipping Line

Have you ever heard of the American Maritime Highway? Everyone has heard of and likely traveled on highways in a car or a bus or received goods along these highways, but the American Maritime Highway is a widely untouched network when it comes to transportation.  The vast network of highways on land is used with reckless abandon, and because of this, various greenhouse gasses are released into the atmosphere on a daily basis, damaging the air and furthering the problem of pollution in the United States. Every day, these highways are used to transport people and goods; companies like Amazon, Walmart, Publix, etc., transport goods along these highways, utilizing automobiles and highways. “However, America's waterways are underused. The benefits of using our marine waterways -- such as reducing landside congestion and reducing system wear and tear -- are not perceived on an individual level. Using our waterways more consistently would create more public benefits and incentivize shippe...

Today, more than ever, company culture is a vital component of an organization. The rising generation seeking employment often desires a company culture that fits their personality holds to their values and more. It is those criteria, that are the components of their overall fulfillment in their position and determines the longevity of their position. Furthermore, when seeking a career or long-term job, current employees are looking for organizations and leaders who are committed to diversity and inclusion, ready, willing, and able to promote personal and professional growth.  A conclusion that can be drawn from the research is that the focus of the past generation was to ensure financial security for the next and the objective of the current generation is to ensure the well-being and overall security of the generation that follows them. According to an article written by Forbes and linked below, the current generation values a work-life balance and the personal connection that can...

Strategies for Cultivating a Wholesome and Ecologically Conscious Home As a continuation of last week's blog, Green Shipping Line wanted to expand on those tangible ways to make your home and your life sustainable and green. It is not only your right but also your responsibility to take care of your life and our planet! Take the initiative and make your life eco-friendly. The following is a list of products that you can purchase to aid you in the pursuit of sustainable living. Use a Reusable Water Bottle: According to the Mayo Clinic, a person should be drinking roughly 3 liters of fluid per day. This equates to around 114 water bottles. Instead of wasting disposable plastic, opt for a reusable bottle instead! Each time that you fill your water bottle, you will be one step closer to making your home more sustainable. Lightweight Aluminum Reusable Water Bottle Use Reusable Grocery Bags: Shop and check out using these handy bags to save on paper and plastic to prevent waste. Reuse wh...