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- One of the most popular cruise ports in the world just got an environmental makeover.
- PortMiami is now equipped with shore power, which allows ships to plug into giant electrical outlets.
- The technology allows cruise ships to kill their engines while docked, reducing emissions and noise.
The cruise ship capital of the world unveiled its new shore power system this week, an innovative energy source that will help curb the industry's negative climate impacts.