The Environment

As sailors, we derive huge pleasure from the sea. However, we have also seen and been saddened by damage to the ocean and our terrestrial environment. In this spirit, the objective of Le Breton Yachts is to minimise the impact to the environment both during construction and during use. 

Materials

All efforts will be made to ensure that materials are purchased from sustainable sources. For example, all wood products used will be sourced from Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified suppliers. 

Sanitation

Sanitation units will be highly efficient in order to reduce the consumption of water (an environmental and weight benefit), and provided with holding tanks to avoid marine pollution.

Power Generation and House Systems

Power for the house systems will come from a 14kW Glacier Bay generator as that for the electric motors. Lighting will be with ultra-efficient LEDs, and cooking and water heating can optionally be via power provided by the generator (which eliminates the need for gas cylinders).