Freelance journalist Andrew Engelson looked at the impact the cruise industry has on the environment and quality of life in Southeast Alaska. Engelson talked with KTOO’s Anna Canny about his findings.
"low-sulfur fuel"
Towns take on new federal maritime emission limits
Some Alaska communities are pushing back against a new requirement that ships sailing within 200 miles of the coast burn cleaner fuel. They say the rule, which goes into effect Wednesday, will hurt cruise traffic and increase shipping costs.