Did you know that before a visitor even touches down at Miami International Airport, they are greeted by the largest floating solar array in the southeastern U.S. and the first ever at an airport, located adjacent to MIA at Blue Lagoon?
Once stepping off the plane, visitors will find themselves within LEED-certified terminals upgraded with $45 million worth of energy-efficient lighting, domestic water and heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems, ensuring a smaller carbon footprint.
Families at the airport can grab a Fly Green Activity Book, a great way to keep children entertained while learning about conservation and sustainable practices.
Transportation
From the airport, visitors can opt for Miami’s convenient public transit, like the Tri-Rail commuter train or the high-speed Brightline passenger train. The electrically-powered Metromover, the Metrorail train and the Metrobus are other great options, as well as Miami Beach’s free trolley.
Cruising out of Port of Miami
From land to coast, three ships at a time are directly plugged into shoreside via Shore Power at PortMiami, known as the Cruise Capital of the World, allowing cruise ship engines to be switched off, reducing emissions by up to 98%.
Green Lodging
Miami is home to over 30 Florida Green Lodging-designated hotels — established by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection to recognize lodging facilities that demonstrate a commitment to conserving and protecting Florida’s natural resources — and several LEED-certified hotels, reflecting the city’s commitment to sustainability in the hospitality industry. Initiatives at these properties include utilizing motion-controlled electricity and water-efficient showers, renovating with reclaimed materials and eliminating single-use plastics.
Sustainable Dining
Travelers searching for eco-friendly dining destinations will find a variety of sustainable practices across Miami’s diverse culinary scene, including farm-to-table menus with dishes that utilize produce from local purveyors, as well as others that participate in “zero waste” composting initiatives.
Eco-Friendly Experiences
When it comes to activities, it’s difficult not to be an environmental advocate when experiencing Miami’s beauty, whether that’s journeying through the Everglades to spy on alligators, taking a yoga class in one of many green spaces or exploring Biscayne National Park for a hike or kayak ride — its ecosystems sustain thousands of wildlife species, including 20 that are threatened or endangered.
