ORC Double-Handed European Championship Commits to Sustainability with Clean Regattas Program
The ORC Double-Handed European Championship 2025 is proud to announce its commitment to ocean health and responsible event management by joining the Sailors for the Sea Clean Regattas program. Setting the bar high, the championship aims for Platinum certification — the highest level of sustainability achievement within the program.
By implementing best practices in waste reduction, responsible resource use, and environmental awareness, we are taking meaningful steps toward organizing more sustainable ORC championship events now and in the future.
“Our goal is to ensure that high-level sailing events not only showcase competitive excellence but also lead the way in environmental responsibility. Joining the Clean Regattas program is a significant step in aligning our event with global sustainability standards and protecting the waters we race on.”
Noora Westerlund, Regatta Chair
ABOUT CLEAN REGATTAS
The Clean Regattas program is the world’s leading sustainability certification for all on-the-water events. Since the program’s inception in 2006, over 4,000 events have shown their commitment to sustainability by becoming Clean Regattas. This program has reached over two million sailors and attendees in 54 countries. The certification process accounts for the range of capabilities and constraints of both large and small events happening all over the world. This Toolkit, and the resources linked in it, provide organizers with the most impactful ways to turn an event into one that’s better for participants, the community, and the planet.
The Clean Regattas program – rooted in five interconnected Sustainability Themes – is a voluntary self-assessment tool and awards certification levels from Participant to Platinum. As we are aiming for the platinum level, we intend to climb all 20 steps described in more detail on the Event Sustainability page.
BECOME A CLEAN BOATER TODAY
The good news is that you can become a sustainability champion by making your Green Boater pledge today! By signing up, you will receive the latest information on sustainable boating practices and opportunities to act on critical policy issues that affect our marine environments. Additionally, you will receive a free digital copy of the Green Boating Guide, which covers over 25 topics, from non-toxic cleaning products that actually work, to ways to anchor properly without damaging the marine habitat, and how to fill up your fuel tank without spilling.
The ORC Double-Handed European Championship 2025 will take place July 5–12, 2025, in Helsinki, Finland, bringing together top sailors from across Europe.