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Leonardo DiCaprio slammed as 'eco-hypocrite' after star's seen lounging on $150M super-yacht

There is perhaps no bigger climate activist in Hollywood than Leonardo DiCaprio, with the actor actively preaching about climate change and global warming as a United Nations ambassador. In fact, the 'Don't Look Up' actor had branded climate change as the "most urgent threat facing our entire species" and lectured everyone about the environmental threats in his famous Oscar acceptance speech. 

However, the 47-year-old actor is now being criticized for his hypocrisy, after he was spotted vacationing in the $150 million superyacht The Vava II, along with 24-year-old girlfriend Camila Morrone. DiCaprio has been spending his new year with his ladylove at the Caribbean island of St Bart's. The couple was spotted swimming in the waves as Morrone rocked a stunning black swimsuit. In the past, DiCaprio had been called out by environmentalists for availing his private jet to fly to global events, thereby generating an enormous carbon footprint. 

DiCaprio's present holiday home, The Vava II, happens to be one of the biggest luxury superyachts in the world. It is owned by 46-year-old Swiss pharmaceutical billionaire Ernesto Bertrarelli and is often used by celebrities to spend their vacations. Aside from the usual amenities, the 315-ft long yacht constitutes a gym, swimming pool, 'beach club', movie theater, and even a helipad. It can accommodate more than 22 guests alongside 30 crew members. 

It reportedly costs a bomb to replenish its fuel needs, as The Vava II demands fuel worth $339,712 to fill its tank. Thus one can easily guess the mammoth amount of carbon footprint left behind by the vehicle. In fact, the carbon pollution generated by the yacht by sailing only seven miles reportedly equals the carbon emission of a standard car in one year. Once loaded with 115,000 gallons of diesel, the yacht has a range of 5,700 miles. According to estimates, the Vava II generates a jaw-dropping amount of 238 kg carbon dioxide every mile. Though it has been mostly stationary in the Caribbean Sea in the recent past, fans are unwilling to absolve DiCaprio of his environmental hypocrisy.

However, DiCaprio was defended by environmentalist Sarah Clayton who remarked, "I know celebrities lead these crazy lives, but Don’t Look Up has done so much to make people aware of climate change." She referred to the actor's latest Netflix release which also stars Jennifer Lawrence, Meryl Streep, Cate Blanchett, Timothee Chalamet, Jonah Hill, Tyler Perry, among others. 

DiCaprio, who notably spent nearly $102 million dollars on a global eco-conservation project, is yet to address the controversy surrounding his fossil fuel pollution.  

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Leonardo DiCaprio traveled across the world on gas-guzzling private jets and embarked on long yacht trips while his foundation quietly funded climate change lawsuits levied against Big Oil.

DiCaprio, a famous actor and climate activist, has embarked on multiple fossil fuel-powered trips over the last several years while pushing for extreme measures to combat climate change, according to multiple reports. The Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation, which the actor founded in the late 1990s, awarded grants to a fund that in turn backed a private law firm's efforts to hold oil companies liable for climate change.

"I'm not surprised," Steve Milloy, a former energy official on the Trump administration's transition team, told Fox News Digital. "There's this whole left-wing dark money network. That money comes from someplace and these guys — high profile, wealthy lefties — are funding it."

"There's not a single climate activist who is not a complete hypocrite about all this," Milloy added. "Everything they do is just total hypocrisy. I would say they have no self awareness, but they just don't care. All this is really meant to control us, not for them to control themselves."

LEONARDO DICAPRIO FUNNELED GRANTS THROUGH DARK MONEY GROUP TO FUND CLIMATE NUISANCE LAWSUITS, EMAILS SHOW

Leonardo DiCaprio speaks at the 2019 Global Citizen Festival in Central Park on Saturday, Sept. 28, 2019, in New York. (Photo by Charles Sykes/Invision/AP) (Charles Sykes/Invision/AP)

DiCaprio's past fuel-powered travels included six roundtrip trips on private jets over the course of just six weeks in 2014. Sony Pictures Studios arranged for DiCaprio to take a private jet from California to New York during the period between April and May 2014, according to internal Sony emails published by WikiLeaks in 2015 .

The United Nations appointed DiCaprio as a "messenger of peace" for his work on climate change in 2014. 

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In 2016, DiCaprio reportedly flew 8,000 miles via private jet from Europe to New York City to accept an award for his environmental activism. He then returned to Europe for a charity event.

That same year, DiCaprio took a private jet to the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland. At the summit, the WEF gave DiCaprio its Crystal Award for his "leadership in tackling the climate crisis."

Leonardo DiCaprio is pictured jet-skiing in St. Tropez on July 15. (Mega Agency) (Mega Agency)

DiCaprio has also been heavily criticized for his wide usage of private yachts . In 2014, he took a yacht owned by United Arab Emirates deputy prime minister Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan to the World Cup in Brazil.

In July, DiCaprio was pictured in St. Tropez on a yacht and jet-skiing with other celebrities. 

After DiCaprio criticized Brazil over its reported deforestation plans, the nation's president Jair Bolsonaro slammed the actor, pointing to his usage of private yachts . 

"You again, Leo?" Bolsonaro tweeted on July 27. "This way, you will become my best electoral cable, as we say in Brazil! I could tell you, again, to give up your yacht before lecturing the world, but I know progressives: you want to change the entire world but never yourselves, so I will let you off the hook."

Still, DiCaprio has continued to use his platform and foundation to push for a clean energy transition away from fossil fuels. After receiving the "best actor" prize at the 2016 Academy Awards, DiCaprio used his speech to urge world leaders to make aggressive actions to fight climate change.

"Climate change is real," DiCaprio remarked during the speech. "It is happening right now. It’s the most urgent threat facing our entire species and we need to work collectively together and stop procrastinating."

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"We need to support leaders around the world who do not speak for the big polluters, but who speak for all of humanity, for the indigenous people of the world, for the billions and billions of underprivileged people out there who would be most affected by this," he continued.

The Earth Alliance, which DiCaprio's foundation joined in 2019, didn't respond to a request for comment.

Thomas Catenacci is a politics writer for Fox News Digital.

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Key Takeaways

• Leonardo DiCaprio is a dedicated and vocal environmental activist, having funneled millions of dollars into conservation efforts and using his platform to advocate for climate change action.
• Despite his activism, DiCaprio has faced backlash for his lavish vacations on multi-million-dollar superyachts and excessive private plane travel, raising questions about the consistency of his environmental principles.
• Fans are struggling to reconcile DiCaprio's strong stance against carbon emissions and support for a sustainable economy with his own luxurious and carbon-intensive lifestyle.

Leonardo DiCaprio , one of Hollywood’s most revered leading men, is known for many things; one of which is being a particularly vocal environmental activist. The now 48-year-old has funneled huge chunks of his massive $300 million net worth into environmental conservation efforts over the years, proving that his activism goes beyond mere words.

Ironically, DiCaprio recently found himself embroiled in a wave of controversy after snapshots of him vacationing in a multi-million-dollar superyacht started making rounds on the internet. But this isn’t the first time the Don’t Look Up star has been caught on the wrong side of the climate change debate.

The now 48-year-old’s work-hard-party-hard lifestyle has seen him jet-set to various exclusive locales around the globe, often in luxurious fuel-guzzling private planes. With such sharp contrasts between his lifestyle and ideologies , one question remains; Is DiCaprio an environmental champion or an eco-hypocrite?

Leonardo DiCaprio Is An Avid Environmental Activist

Aside from being one of Hollywood’s most bankable movie stars, and dating well below his age, Academy Award winner Leonardo DiCaprio has made a name for himself as one of the most dedicated and vocal environmental activists in Hollywood.

The Titanic star’s climate change crusade first started in 1998, when he launched the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation, which prior to its 2019 merger with Emmerson Collective and Global Wildlife Conservation to form Earth Alliance, had funneled over $100 million in grant funding to global projects aimed at averting climate change and biodiversity loss.

Apart from doting out large chunks of his net worth to the climate change crusade, DiCaprio has also used his platform to advocate for environmental conservation, with a Buzzfeed article from 2022 tallying at least 17 times the acclaimed actor has publicly spoken out about climate change.

As a testament to his dedication to averting a climate change catastrophe, DiCaprio was designated a UN Messenger of Peace in 2014; earning the rare privilege to address world leaders at the annual United Nations Climate Summit.

“Every week, we’re seeing new and undeniable climate events, evidence that accelerated climate change is here right now," he said at the time. "Droughts are intensifying, our oceans are acidifying with methane plumes rising up from the ocean floor. We are seeing extreme weather events, and the West Antarctic and Greenland ice sheets melting at unprecedented rates, decades ahead of scientific projections."

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The now 48-year-old even managed to work a call to action against climate change into his Oscar acceptance speech at the 2016 Academy Awards. “Climate change is real, it is happening right now, it is the most urgent threat facing our entire species, and we need to work collectively together and stop procrastinating,” he said.

“We need to support leaders around the world who do not speak for the big polluters or the big corporations, but who speak for all of humanity, for the Indigenous peoples of the world, for the billions and billions of underprivileged people who will be most affected by this, for our children's children, and for those people out there whose voices have been drowned out by the politics of greed.”

Leonardo DiCaprio Faced Backlash For Vacationing In A Superyacht

Despite being an avid environmental activist, Leonardo DiCaprio doesn't exactly engage in environmentally conscious pastimes. The now 48-year-old recently found himself making waves on the internet as snapshots of his lavish vacation in the picturesque Italian island of Ibiza aboard a multi-million-dollar superyacht surfaced. And that's not all! Just a week earlier, he was spotted alongside Spider-Man star Tobey Maguire, cruising in style on yet another yacht in the glamorous Saint-Tropez.

But Leonardo's jet-setting adventures didn't end there. Two weeks before his South of France trip, the now 48-year-old was caught on camera enjoying a family getaway along the stunning Amalfi Coast. And as if that wasn't enough, back in May, the Titanic star was seen basking in the sun on yet another luxurious superyacht; this time off the coast of Sardinia, Italy.

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The Titanic star's superyacht getaways have become a hot topic, igniting debates on the harmony between ideology and lifestyle, according to The Daily Mail. For many, these lavish vacations cast a grim shadow over DiCaprio's fervent advocacy against carbon emissions, raising questions about the consistency of his environmental principles.

Leonardo DiCaprio Has Come Under Fire For Being An Eco Hypocrite In The Past

Surprisingly, the grandiose summer vacation isn’t the first of DiCaprio’s lavish trips to ignite controversy. Back in 2022, the Titanic star took a luxurious vacation to St. Barts aboard a $121 million superyacht , which, according to Mirror UK, can emit as much carbon as an average car in a year by sailing just seven miles.

Aside from lounging in superyachts, DiCaprio has also faced backlash for his penchant for traveling in luxurious private jets. Back in 2016, the Titanic star embarked on an 8000-mile trip from Europe to New York in a private jet, all in the name of accepting an award for environmental activism; an irony that did not go unnoticed.

In addition, according to Mirror UK, the Don’t Look Up star has racked up over 12,000 miles of air travel jet-setting between the US, London, Milan, and Paris in private planes over recent months; a startling figure considering that flying private results in a significantly higher carbon footprint than flying commercial.

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As things stand, fans are finding it hard to reconcile the environmentally conscious UN Peace Ambassador who, while attending the 2014 United Nations Climate Summit said, “We need to put a price tag on carbon emissions and eliminate government subsidies for oil, coal, and gas companies. We need to end the free ride that industrial polluters have been given in the name of a free-market economy. They do not deserve our tax dollars, they deserve our scrutiny. For the economy itself will die if our ecosystems collapse," with the multi-millionaire who routinely lounges in fuel-guzzling superyachts and travels thousands of miles in private planes.

Learn About Leonard DiCaprio’s Yacht: Topaz

When you think about Leonardo DiCaprio, images of an eco-conscious crusader who is out to improve the health of the planet may first emerge. Recent rumors that Leo plans to attend the 2018 World Cup events in Brazil aboard a yacht seem a bit contradictory because of the pollution that these floating luxury hotels churn into the air and water.

While some have criticized him for indulging in a bit of heaven at the expense of the planet, if he wasn’t doing it, somebody else would be. At least he’s making an attempt to help the situation when he can. All of that aside, we were curious to find out more about Leonardo DiCaprio’s Yacht, and here is what we discovered.

Leo doesn’t own the yacht

DiCaprio hasn’t actually purchased a yacht. Instead, he rented it from owner, Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Mansour is a billionaire politician who is the current prime minister of the United Arab Emirates.

The mega yacht was custom built according to his grand and luxurious specifications and named the Topaz. Until recently, the interior of the yacht has remained a well-guarded secret. We’ve learned some juicy tidbits that we’re happy to share.

Specifications of the Topaz

The super yacht measures a total of 453 feet in length with a cost of more than $200 million in USD to build and an estimated value of $678 million. This isn’t the biggest yacht that Mr. DiCaprio has chartered, but it’s likely to be one of the most luxurious.

The yacht is powered by four M90 diesel engines which generate approximately 48,000 horse power. The ship made its maiden launch in 2012 and according to sources, DiCaprio also rented it in 2014 just 2 years into its service run.

The Topaz is rumored to be one of the most extravagant yachts in the world . It offers smooth sailing with the installation of zero speed stabilizers. It comes fully outfitted with lifts that ferry guests comfortably among the eight deck levels to the host of amenities that are scattered throughout the massive vessel.

It is decked out in full luxury and comfort with a cinema, two hot tubs, air conditioning throughout, three swimming pools, a fitness hall, underwater lights, an ample sized conference room and a well hidden interior design that is left up to our imaginations.

Leonardo DiCaprio’s guest list aboard the Topaz

Leo won’t be making the trip alone. We’ve learned that he has a list of guests that will accompany him on thee yacht as he enjoys the football tournament in Brazil.

There were 21 of his friends, all of millionaire status mind you, invited to enjoy the amenities. It’s been reported that DiCaprio and his pals hopped a jet and flew to Rio de Janeiro to arrive one day prior to kick off of the Brazil World cup.

The controversy the rental has stirred

While some are happy that Leo had a nice luxury vacation , others are upset about the seeming nose thumb to environmentalists who think his actions are careless.

There has been a degree of judgment and sentiments of disappointment to outright damnation sent his way. Activists point out that Leo’s private jet that made thee 8000 mile trip left a hefty carbon footprint. This is besides the emissions put out from the luxury mega yacht. They’re citing his actions as not being environmentally responsible.

Why the uproar?

The backlash has come after the fact that DiCaprio made a plea to viewers to work with one another to help fight climate change when he accepted his first ever Oscar award. DiCaprio’s involvement in Hollywood environmentalism can’t be denied.

He dedicates time to fly here and there to pick up awards for his contributions to help clean up the environment, but when he flies to and fro, his carbon footprint grows.

There has been a volley of insults and comments disapproving of Leo’s actions, but isn’t this how Hollywood environmentalism works? It’s kinda tough to get to Brazil without flying or chartering a boat to take you there.

It’s a drama that has been ongoing since Leo’s plans were first revealed but it seems that he could at least score a few points for encouraging us all to make some kind of effort.

It’s not easy being the center of attention and there are times when best intentions draw a backlash of negativism, despite the fact that most of us rely on some type of carbon emitting transportation resources.

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Don't look up... you might see Leonardo DiCaprio being an eco hypocrite on his £110million yacht 

By Abul Taher for The Mail on Sunday

Published: 19:23 EDT, 8 January 2022 | Updated: 12:48 EDT, 28 March 2024

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He is a celebrity UN climate change ambassador who has called the issue ‘the most urgent threat facing our entire species’.

But while he urges fans to take action, Leonardo DiCaprio has been spending time on one of the world’s biggest, and most environmentally unfriendly, superyachts.

The 315ft, £110 million Vava II – which even features a helipad on the uppermost of its six decks – produces as much carbon by sailing just seven miles as an average car belches out in a year.

While he urges fans to take action, Leonardo DiCaprio has been spending time on one of the world’s biggest, and most environmentally unfriendly, superyachts

DiCaprio, who has just burnished his eco credentials by starring in Netflix’s hit climate catastrophe satire Don’t Look Up – may be surprised to learn it costs £250,000 just to fill its fuel tanks.

The 47-year-old has been holidaying near the Caribbean island of St Barts – a playground for the world’s billionaires – with actress girlfriend Camila Morrone, 24, since New Year’s Eve.

The couple have been staying with friends on the superyacht, which also boasts a gym, swimming pool, ‘beach club’ and cinema. The Vava II – the biggest yacht to be manufactured in Britain – is owned by the Swiss pharmaceutical billionaire Ernesto Bertarelli, 46.

The 315ft, £110 million Vava II – which even features a helipad on the uppermost of its six decks – produces as much carbon by sailing just seven miles as an average car belches out in a year

The Titanic star and his girlfriend of five years partied with a host of celebrity pals at a Unicef gala on New Year’s Eve whose guest list boasted Amazon boss Jeff Bezos, boxer Mike Tyson and British singer Dua Lipa.

Since the festivities, DiCaprio and Morrone – stepdaughter of actor Al Pacino – have been seen on the beaches of St Barts during the day and taking a small launch to rejoin Vava II in the evenings.

According to the manufacturer, the yacht can accommodate 22 guests and 30 crew and has a range of 5,700 miles when its tanks are fully laden with 115,000 gallons of diesel.

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Estimates show the Vava II produces 238kg of carbon dioxide per mile – almost as much as the average British car emits in two months. But ship tracking websites reveal the Vava II has been mostly stationary in the Caribbean Sea recently, travelling no more than a mile a day.

One environmentalist last night came to DiCaprio’s defence. Sarah Clayton, who campaigns against airport expansions in Britain, said: ‘I know celebrities lead these crazy lives, but Don’t Look Up has done so much to make people aware of climate change.’

DiCaprio is said to have funnelled £75 million of his £200 million fortune into a global conservation project to protect endangered species and land from developers.

Last night, a source close to DiCaprio said he was one of many guests on the yacht, and he does not own the vessel, nor did he rent it. 

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Rich climate activist Leonardo DiCaprio lives a carbon-intensive lifestyle, and that's (mostly) fine

by David Roberts

At the 2016 Academy Awards, Leo DiCaprio accepted his Best Actor trophy with a speech that included a passionate call to action on climate change.

As inevitably as night follows day, social media was flooded with people attacking DiCaprio as a hypocrite for living a carbon-intensive lifestyle.

@drvox @ClimateOfGavin pic.twitter.com/z4ugiZoXzl — Politics In Memes (@politicsinmemes) February 29, 2016

( UPDATE: This yacht doesn’t belong to DiCaprio. He doesn’t own one. See correction at bottom.)

This kind of thing has been around for as long as I’ve been writing about climate change. People never tire of pointing out that Al Gore lives in a “mansion” or that scientists fly all over the world to climate conferences, spewing CO2. Any time I mention a vacation online I am immediately scolded as a hypocrite by at least one of the trolls who follow me around waiting for such opportunities.

It’s not just conservatives or climate skeptics, either. There have always been plenty of environmentalists and liberals who scorn Gore and other climate leaders for their supposed hypocrisy.

There’s clearly something powerful in the critique. It elicits strong, intuitive reactions, which is rare with arguments related to climate change.

But I don’t think it holds up. In particular, I think it runs two different arguments together.

Argument 1: Climate advocates who don’t reduce their emissions are hypocrites

This is the claim that really grabs people at a gut level. And it makes a certain sense: If you say carbon emissions are bad, and you emit lots of carbon, and you don’t work to reduce your own carbon emissions, then either a) you don’t really think carbon emissions are bad, or b) you’re a hypocrite.

But there’s a hidden premise here, which lots of people take for granted but shouldn’t. The premise is that personal emission reductions are an important part of the fight against climate change — if you take climate seriously, you take on an obligation to reduce your own emissions.

Is that true? Not necessarily. It is entirely possible to believe, as many people do, that voluntary emission reductions are pointless vanity, that the only efficacious solutions to climate change involve extended, coordinated action by governments. They view the moralism around personal emissions as a distraction, a way of diverting environmentalist energy and alienating non-environmentalists.

People who believe that are not engaged in hypocrisy if they fly, or buy an SUV, or eat a hamburger. They are not advocating sacrifice or asceticism; they don’t believe it would do any good. They believe people will take advantage of the options available to them until some combination of regulation and innovation makes cleaner options available.

If they advocate for, and are willing to abide by, taxes and regulations designed to reduce emissions, then such folks are being true to their beliefs. You might think they are wrong about the value of personal behavior, but they are not hypocrites .

Is there any evidence that DiCaprio has advocated personal emission reductions or told anyone they ought to forgo planes or boats? If so, I haven’t seen it.

Perhaps he has done the math and realized that the emissions of any single rich person are insignificant to the big picture on climate.

Here are the per capita carbon emissions of the world’s top 10 overall carbon emitters:

More recent data has shifted slightly, but we don’t need to be all that precise. The world average is around 7 metric tons a year per person. In the US, it’s around 20 metric tons.

Let’s say that by flying and yachting all over the world, DiCaprio is responsible for 500 times the emissions of the average American — 10,000 metric tons of greenhouse gases a year.

How much is that? Here are some annual greenhouse gas emission figures, in metric tons (years range from 2010 to 2013):

• Global: 46 billion
• US: 6.673 billion
• California: 459.3 million
• Walmart: 21 million
• Los Angeles: 18.595 million
• California film industry: 8.4 million

Even if extravagant by mere mortal standards, DiCaprio’s personal emissions are a fart in the wind when it comes to climate change. If he vanished tomorrow, and all his emissions with him, the effect on global temperature, even on US emissions, even on film-industry emissions, would be lost in the noise.

Climate change is extremely large. No single human can directly generate enough emissions to make a dent. And all indications are that DiCaprio knows that. That’s why he said:

We need to support leaders around the world who do not speak for the big polluters, but who speak for all of humanity, for the indigenous people of the world, for the billions and billions of underprivileged people out there who would be most affected by this.

He didn’t say, “We need to buy LED lightbulbs. And avoid yachts.” His focus is on political leadership.

So the “hypocrisy” charge fails. You’re not a hypocrite for not doing things you haven’t said anyone else should do either.

(Note: There are certainly people who think reducing one’s personal emissions is a moral obligation, for everyone, and that high-profile climate leaders ought to lead the way. I disagree, but it’s a legitimate claim. But even if you accept the claim, the conclusion is that DiCaprio is wrong , not that he’s a hypocrite.)

Argument 2: Public figures ought to do more climate signaling

You could agree that voluntary personal emission reductions are irrelevant to the big picture on climate change and still think that high-profile public figures like DiCaprio are in a unique position to signal . Their choices and habits have outsize effects on culture. People look to them for indications about what is and isn’t important, so they have an obligation to send the right signals.

There’s definitely something to this argument. But there are two important things to remember about it.

First, if signaling is the issue, well, DiCaprio is supporting electric cars and pushing for clean energy in the film industry and building eco-resorts and supporting clean energy campaigns and starting a friggin’ climate charity . Oh, and making heartfelt appeals in front of 9 million people at the Academy Awards.

That’s a lot of signaling! Read this piece in Rolling Stone or this one in the Guardian. DiCaprio has a long history of serious work on this issue. By any measure, he’s doing better on signaling than the vast majority of wealthy, influential people.

Do pictures of him on a yacht undo all that? No one’s provided any evidence to support that claim.

Second, note that this argument applies to all wealthy, influential people, not just the ones who advocate for action on climate change. If it is a moral good for influential people to signal that low carbon is a priority, then it is a moral good for all of them. Those who speak up about climate change are under no special obligation over and above that.

All that said, yes, conspicuous consumption is a kind of signaling too — a bad kind, for reasons that go far beyond climate change. Generally, parading your hyperconsumption is corrosive to social solidarity. (Oddly, very few of the conservatives who yell at DiCaprio make this argument.)

So if there’s any grounds for complaint against DiCaprio, it’s the same complaint fairly directed at any wealthy hyperconsumer: Signaling restraint is a gesture of social solidarity. They should all do more of it. Including the ones who never say a word about climate change.

We’ve got to stop using fossil fuels as rapidly as possible. Doing that will mean some mix of technological, political, and social change. Undoubtedly lifestyle changes will come along with any such transition.

I wouldn’t presume to predict what those lifestyle changes will be. But insofar as progress on decarbonization proceeds at the pace it needs to, it will do so because lower-carbon alternatives are cheaper or more convenient, or offer features and benefits their dirty competitors can’t.

I have trouble envisioning voluntary restraint catching on at any scale that makes a difference. Cleaner energy will be more fun, more prosperous, better , or it won’t happen.

So sure, maybe DiCaprio ought to rein it in with the yachts and personal jets. But only for the same reasons all rich people ought to, not because he’s advocating for better climate policy. Everyone ought to advocate for better climate policy!

Policy is the big picture. If we get that right, both income inequality and emissions will decline and more people will be better off. If we get it wrong, the size of DiCaprio’s boat won’t matter one way or the other.

CORRECTION: A DiCaprio press rep contacted us to let us know that Leo DiCaprio does not , as our original headline stated, own a yacht. The pictures show him using friends’ yachts.

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Leonardo DiCaprio expanded his carbon footprint last week, taking a one-day trans-Atlantic roundtrip in a private jet. The actor, who entreated viewers to “work together” to fight climate change while accepting his first Oscar in March, flew 8,000 miles from Cannes to New York City to pick up an award from a clean-water advocacy group at the Riverkeeper Fishermen’s Ball, according to Page Six .

The actor then flew back to Cannes to attend an AIDS benefit gala 24 hours later.

DiCaprio has been positioning himself as an environmental advocate. His foundation, which he named after himself, pledged $15 million in grants to help protect the environment at the World Economic Forum in July 2015. In March, he cited climate change in his Oscar acceptance speech for  The Revenant. And, in April, the actor spoke  at the UN Paris Agreement signing, reminding the audience that “our planet cannot be saved unless we leave fossil fuels in the ground where they belong.”

But the attention DiCaprio is getting comes at a cost. Environmentalists have been quick to note that the actor’s lifestyle choices are less-than-exemplary by environmental standards. Clean energy analyst Robert Rapier tallied up the actor’s carbon footprint in a recent Forbes op-ed . DiCaprio chartered the world’s fifth largest yacht , owned by a UAE oil tycoon, in 2014, Rapier writes. He also took six trips on a private jet over the course of six weeks that same year.

DiCaprio claims that he offsets his annual 11-ton carbon footprint by participating in a organization called Future Forests, which plants trees based on the amount of carbon travelers emit into the atmosphere by taking planes, trains, and—in the case at hand—luxury yachts. But the organization is severely underestimating the actor’s yearly carbon emissions, according to Rapier, who estimates the actor’s carbon footprint adds up to much more than 11 tons.

DiCaprio’s six-week, six-flight binge in 2014 would have added up to 44 tons had the actor taken commercial flights—and private jets typically emit 37 times the personal carbon emissions of commercial flights, according to an article in the Daily Mail. Add in the actor’s yacht habit, and you’re well above 11 tons, according to Rapier. ”In case you are wondering, neither the jets nor the yacht run on solar power,” he says.

We reached out to DiCaprio’s representatives for comment and have not yet heard back.

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Leonardo DiCaprio accused of being an 'eco hypocrite' as he holidays on £110million yacht

Vocal climate change ambassador Leonardo DiCaprio has been accused of hypocrisy after being pictured relaxing on a super yacht while holidaying in St Barts

• 15:53, 9 Jan 2022
• Updated 10:09, 10 Jan 2022

Leonardo DiCaprio has been accused of being an eco-hypocrite as he was pictured on board an environmentally unfriendly superyacht during his holiday to St Barts.

The Titanic star, 47, is a celebrity UN climate change ambassador, and has openly called the issue of climate change to be ‘the most urgent threat facing our entire species’.

He's urged his fans to take action to combat climate change, with his recent role on Netflix hit Don't Look Up bringing more attention to the cause.

Despite his stance on this, he spent some time enjoying the luxuries of the the 315ft, £110 million Vava II superyacht - which produces as much carbon from sailing seven miles as the average car produces in a year - during his latest jaunt abroad.

The Vava II has six desks, with a helipad on the uppermost and costs a staggering £250,000 to fill its fuel tanks.

Alongside his 24-year-old girlfriend Camila Morrone, Leonardo, 47, has been holidaying near the 'playground for the world's billionaires' island St Barts in the Caribbean, since New Year's Eve.

The couple were seen together on the Vava II superyacht - the largest yacht to be manufactured in Britain - with friends, with the huge yacht being own by Swiss pharmaceutical billionaire Ernesto Bertarelli, 46.

With a gym, swimming pool, cinema and 'beach club' on board, the superyacht doesn't hold back from luxury.

The manufacturer of the yacht has said that it can hold 30 crew members and 22 guests and when filled with 523,000 litres of fuel it can travel over 5,000 nautical miles.

Leonardo and his girlfriend of five years headed into the New Year alongside celebrity friends at a Unicef gala - the guest list of the exclusive evening included singer Dua Lipa, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and boxer Mike Tyson .

Since the New Year celebration, Leonardo and Camila - the stepdaughter of Scarface star Al Pacino - have been seen enjoying time on St Barts beaches before returning to the superyacht of an evening.

It is estimated that the superyacht produces 238kg of carbon dioxide per mile - which is the same amount as an average British car would emit over the span of two months.

The Daily Mail reports that shop tracking websites have revealed the yacht to be mostly stationary, with it not travelling further than a mile a day.

Although Leonardo is being perceived by some as hypocritical for indulging in time aboard a superyacht when he is a vocal advocate for climate change, an environmentalist has leapt to Leo's defence.

Sarah Clayton, who has campaigned against airport expansions in Britain in the past, said: "I know celebrities lead these crazy lives, but Don’t Look Up has done so much to make people aware of climate change."

The actor is believed to have given £75 million of his £200 million fortune to global conservation projects in order to protect endangered species and land from developers.

It is reported that last night a source close to the actor said that was one of many guests on the yacht and that he does not own the vessel and also has not rented it.

The Mirror has reached out to Leonardo's representative for comment.

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Leonardo DiCaprio recently won the Oscar for Best Actor for his performance in The Revenant . I saw the movie, and to my layman’s eye it certainly seemed like an Oscar-worthy performance. I was rooting for him to win, as was, it seems, most of America. His victory reportedly set a social-media record, with 440,000 posts in about a minute to become the single-most Tweeted minute during an Oscar telecast.

“Climate change is real, it is happening right now. It is the most urgent threat facing our entire species, and we need to work collectively together and stop procrastinating. We need to support leaders around the world who do not speak for the big polluters, but who speak for all of humanity, for the indigenous people of the world, for the billions and billions of underprivileged people out there who would be most affected by this.”

The problem isn’t the message. I believe we are engaging in a dangerous experiment by dumping ever-increasing amounts of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. I don’t think there is an easy fix to the problem, but I agree with his characterization that it is an urgent threat. Related: The $9.2 Billion Bet Against OPEC Dominance

The problem is that DiCaprio himself is one of those “big polluters,” which diminishes his moral authority to lecture on the risk of climate change. While DiCaprio has donated a lot of his time, money, and effort into raising awareness on the issue — as he did in his Oscar speech — he unnecessarily hands ammunition to his opponents with his own wasteful consumption. For years his critics have noted his extensive usage of private jets to travel around the globe for both business and pleasure. In 2014 he famously rented the world’s fifth largest yacht, owned by a UAE oil tycoon, to watch the World Cup in Brazil. In case you are wondering, neither the jets nor the yacht run on solar power.

But DiCaprio has claimed to be a “CarbonNeutral citizen.” What does that mean? A London-based company called Future Forests (which registered CarbonNeutral as a brand) worked with DiCaprio to estimate that his annual carbon dioxide emissions are 11 tons per year. With that information in hand, they planted thousands of trees, creating The Leonardo DiCaprio Forest in Mexico, to offset his carbon dioxide emissions.

Don’t get me wrong. I think planting forests is a great idea. But the notion that DiCaprio’s carbon emissions are 11 tons per year is nonsense. According to the World Bank, per capita carbon dioxide emissions in the U.S. are about 19 tons per year. That’s of course an average, and rich people who take private jets and vacation on yachts have much higher carbon emissions than average. Related: Six Reasons The Current Oil Short Covering May Have Legs

Add to the fact that he owns several homes and vacations frequently on diesel-burning yachts, and the 11 ton per year number is clearly wishful thinking.

Now I don’t want to make this entirely one-sided, as DiCaprio is clearly passionate about the issue. He may be getting through to the masses, in which case he may be far more than offsetting his own carbon emissions. In the grand scheme, he is probably doing more good than harm. He drives a Prius. He has been known to ride bikes around New York. He advocates for environmental charities and electric cars. Related: Oil Fundamentals Could Cause Oil Prices To Fall, Fast.

But that’s not the point. If you really believe that climate change is the “most urgent threat facing our entire species”, why undermine your message? I suspect he is torn between living the good life of a Hollywood movie star, and sacrificing in order to set a good example and leverage his message. I have encountered some of his defenders who attempt to justify his emissions by suggesting that it is simply too much to expect for someone like him to take commercial air transportation. But really, we can all make excuses for why we need to emit the carbon we emit. It all comes down to convenience. It’s just easier and more convenient to hop in a car and go somewhere than it is to walk or bike there. That’s why it’s important for people who advocate change to set an exemplary example.

Now I have seen an entirely different point of view on DiCaprio’s carbon footprint that argues that he isn’t a hypocrite, because he isn’t asking for individuals to sacrifice. David Roberts at Vox argued this point in Rich climate activist Leonardo DiCaprio lives a carbon-intensive lifestyle, and that’s (mostly) fine . I generally find Roberts’ arguments to be well-argued and convincing, but I am going to disagree with him on this one. This defense of DiCaprio (which is similar to how some environmental organizations have defended him) will be the topic of my next article.

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• zipsprite on March 09 2016 said: I agree. Nice piece.
• Brett on March 09 2016 said: Typical. These Hollywood stars think their opinions matter. He's not a scientist and he's certainly not Howard Hughes (even though he'd like to think he is). Naaaw, just your standard hypocrite with an inflated ego.
• David Hrivnak on March 09 2016 said: Well said. I too take climate change seriously which is why we moved to solar, ant to LED lighting and plugin cars. Our CO2 footprint is now 19% of average. And people notice. I think it is important to practice what we preach.
• thom on March 10 2016 said: Do as i say, not as i do! The typical behaviour of our better human beings. But serious: more CO2 brings better flowers, trees and the like. On better trees, there are better and bigger fruits and so on. Is more Co2 really that bad for the green environment?
• Spurwing Plover on July 24 2016 said: DiCaprio just another DO AS I SAY NOT AS I DO spoiled little hollywood brat incase he want to know the TITANIC was run on COAL the same stuff him and his eco-freak group(NRDC)WANTS TO KEEP IN THE GROUND yeah and he still jets around the world and in fact he recently flew from france to new York and back to france to escept some dumb enviromental award HEY HOW BIGS HIS CARBON FOOTPRINT? him and AL GORE their CARBON FOOTPRINTS are bigger the 200 football feilds
• Bill on January 06 2017 said: How is this different from the Catholic Church selling indulgences in the Renaissance?

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Leonardo dicaprio supersizes his environmental footprint.

Much is made of Hollywood megastar Leonardo DiCaprio’s electric car ownership . Certainly it endears him to the NRDC, on whose board of trustees he sits. But such green living doesn’t really matter when your other vehicle is a superyacht . And not just any superyacht; DiCaprio lives large in the Topaz , the fifth biggest yacht in the world.

It’s difficult to get an exact gas mileage estimate for such a watercraft, but most estimates place it an appalling low 1 mile per gallon (mpg). At least 20 of Leo’s friends are joining him aboard this super-inefficient yacht in Rio de Janeiro to celebrate the World Cup in style. Better yet, he is “borrowing” the yacht from Emirati Sheik Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, whose family’s $150 billion fortune is derived almost wholly from oil.

This is the hypocrisy equivalent of diet guru Richard Simmons eating a thousand pound plate of cheese fries in a single sitting—while telling the rest of us to lay off the fat.

Meanwhile, Leo and the NRDC have no qualms about using their big influence to force the rest of us to improve our vehicle’s gas mileage. They have consistently pushed for a mandatory minimum of 54.5 mpg , which most experts say will significantly increase vehicle prices.

Leo’s yacht use fits with his other examples environmental hypocrisy. He recently bragged that he was going to “fly around the world doing good for the environment,” apparently unaware that the emissions from a single transatlantic flight can equal those of a year’s worth of driving. He also seems to be building a property empire, purchasing three more homes this spring, despite the fact that buildings contribute around 40 percent of global emissions. Clearly, the NRDC is willing to look the other way on these transgressions so long as it can continue pointing to pictures of him getting out of his electric car.

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Leonardo DiCaprio’s £110 million yacht, the Vava II, has been criticized for its carbon emissions. According to the World Bank, per capita carbon dioxide emissions in the U.S. are about 19 tons per year. The yacht can accommodate 22 guests and 30 crew and has a range of 5,700 miles when fully loaded with 115,000 gallons of diesel. Estimates show the Vava II produces 238kg of carbon dioxide per mile, almost as much as the average British car emits in two months.

The yacht’s seven-mile sailing is a source of as much carbon as an average car in a year and requires fuel worth $339,712 to fill its 315ft, 110,000-meter-long vessel. The Vava II generates a jaw-dropping amount of 238 kg of carbon dioxide per mile, almost as much as the average British car emits in two months. It also demands fuel worth $339,712 to fill its vessel.

The controversy surrounding DiCaprio’s use of private jets and yachts has led to debates on the harmony between ideology and lifestyle. Social media users accused him of hypocrisy, pointing out his use of private jets and yachts. However, the World Bank states that per capita carbon dioxide emissions in the U.S. are about 19 tons per year.

The Vava II’s gas mileage estimate is difficult to get, but most estimates place it at an appalling low of 1 mile per gallon (mpg). The DiCaprios private jet jacket burned 30,000 liters of fuel, enough for 10,000 cars an entire day!

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Yacht captains have many responsibilities when it comes to the management of their vessel. One of them is keeping track of expenses, which is why it is important to familiarize yourself with the vessel’s operational costs. Keeping a luxury superyacht afloat isn’t cheap, and many claim that the average annual cost ranks up to 10% of the vessel’s price.

From these expenses, a significant portion goes to fuel. Filling up the tank of your boat is quite pricey, which is why a growing number of boat owners want to know exactly how much they are looking to spend for their upcoming voyage. This is also important for people who want to charter a boat for their holiday.

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It holds up to 12,000 gallons of gas and works on a huge twin 1,800-horsepower engine. The yacht has a fuel range of over 4,000 nautical miles and has an impressive speed. Tiger Woods yacht is designed by Carol Williamson & Associates and has a total of five staterooms.

Tiger Woods is one of the richest golfers in the world. He owns a yacht named Privacy which he bought almost 20 years ago in 2004. He has purchased the yacht for around $20 million.

The luxurious private vehicle is around 155 feet in length and has three floors. It holds up to 12,000 gallons of gas and works on a huge twin 1,800-horsepower engine. The yacht has a fuel range of over 4,000 nautical miles and has an impressive speed.

Tiger Woods yacht is designed by Carol Williamson & Associates and has a total of five staterooms. It has all the luxurious amenities including a cinema, a jacuzzi, a gym, a bar and other latest equipment. However, only his family members know how it looks from the inside.

How much fuel does Lamborghini yacht use?

Think of it as a Lamborghini Sian for the sea.Lamborghini SianYacht Tecnomar Lamborghini 63RangeEstimated 286 miles (460 kilometers)242 miles (389 kilometers)Fuel Capacity22.45 gallons (85 liters)951 gallons (3,600 liters)Fuel Consumption18,5 liters/100 km360 liters per hourPrice€3.0 million€3.1 million.

The Tecnomar for Lamborghini 63 is a yacht that brings the brand of the Bull to the waves. It’s a very special machine, perhaps even more so than the Lambo Sian, which is the current pinnacle from the Bologna-based automaker.

Giuliano Daniele from Motor1.com’s Italian editioncould not have imagined that after recently testing the Sian that would also have the opportunity to climb aboard theLamborghini 63 yacht, which also took inspiration from the new supercar. The boat came fromthe collaboration between Lamborghini and the shipyard The Italian Sea Group.

To celebrate the year in which Ferruccio Lamborghini founded the company, the two brands have worked together to create a limited edition of 63 units, as suggested by the number contained in the name of the watercraft. This also references the length of this boat – 63 feet (20.42 meters). The width of the yacht is 17 feet 9 inches (5.4 meters). The weight is 52,911 pounds (24,000 kilograms).The idea behind the Lamborghini 63 is to create a luxury yacht with performance typical of more compact boats.

How much fuel per hour does a yacht use?

On average, smaller pleasure yachts with fuel capacities ranging from 200 to 1,000 gallons tend to be more fuel-efficient. They often feature modern technologies and hull designs optimized for reduced resistance and better fuel economy. As a rough estimate, these yachts can consume around 20 to 50 gallons of fuel per hour at cruising speed. Larger luxury yachts, such as superyachts and mega yachts with fuel capacities of 10,000 to 50,000 gallons, may have higher fuel consumption rates, averaging around 100 to 500 gallons per hour at cruising speed.

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How much fuel does Leonardo DiCaprio’s yacht burn?

Add to the fact that he owns several homes and vacations frequently on diesel-burning yachts, and the 11 ton per year number is clearly wishful thinking.

Now I don’t want to make this entirely one-sided, as DiCaprio is clearly passionate about the issue. He may be getting through to the masses, in which case he may be far more than offsetting his own carbon emissions. In the grand scheme, he is probablydoing more good than harm. He drives a Prius. He has been known to ride bikes around New York. He advocates for environmental charities and electric cars.

But that’s not the point. Why undermine your message? I suspect this issue dogs him internally, and he is torn between living the good life of a Hollywood movie star, and sacrificing in order to set a good example. I have encountered his defenders, who attempt to justify his emissions by suggesting that it is simply too much to expect for someone like him to take commercial air transportation. But really, we can all make excuses for why we need to emit the carbon we emit. It all comes down to convenience. It’s just easier and more convenient to hop in a car and go somewhere than it is to walk or bike there. That’s why it’s important for people like Leonardo DiCaprio who would lecture all of us on sacrifice to set an exemplary example.

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Leonardo DiCaprio Parties on Gas-Guzzling Superyacht: Is He a Total Hypocrite?

By Author Simon Delott at Jan 11, 2022 • Category Leonardo DiCaprio

Leonardo DiCaprio does not seem to have the best luck when it comes to large, expensive boats.

Unlike his fictional experience in  Titanic , however, the real-life actor has found himself in  hot  water this time.

Leo is best known for his  series of ultra-young girlfriends , but he is almost as well known for his environmental activism.

That is why the former heartthrob is currently under fire for partying on a gas-guzzling superyacht.

Like many people who do not work in healthcare, retail, food, or other essential services, Leonardo DiCaprio was recently enjoying the holidays.

In his case, he did so on a superyacht during a trip to St. Barts.

The 315 foot, $150 million Vava II superyacht must have made his vacation feel like all of the comfort and convenience of a  staycation .

Leo is a celebrity climate change ambassador for the United Nations.

He has correctly referred to climate change as "the most urgent threat facing our entire species."

Using his fame and platform, he has tirelessly advocated for the world to take this seriously, even using his career to that effect.

But it is estimated that the superyacht on which he was partying consumes as much carbon while sailing just seven miles as the average car uses in a year.

The Vava II has six decks and features a helipad.

Refilling its fuel tanks costs a jarring quarter of a million. That’s a hefty gas bill — for a tremendous volume of fossil fuel.

The Vava II is the largest type of yacht manufactured in Britain.

Leo was there with his 24-year-old girlfriend, Camila Morrone, who had likely not been born yet while  Titanic  was filming.

Though they partied on it with friends, the superyacht belongs to Swiss pharmaceutical billionaire Ernesto Bertarelli.

For most of us who are not among the mega-rich, a house having a gym, a swimming pool, and a movie theater would be considered pricey at best.

This superyacht boasts all of that and more, and can accommodate 22 guests.

In addition to celebrating the New Year at a Unicef gala, Leo and Camila have been seen partying on the beaches of St. Barts before retiring to the superyacht.

Using a superyacht as a hotel might be a waste of money.

But it feels even more dire when the yacht releases in one mile the amount of carbon emissions that the average car emits in two months.

Is Leo a huge hypocrite for pushing to combat climate change while stomping such a wide carbon footprint on vacation?

The answer is complicated.

On the one hand, advocating for societal change does not in any way mean that you are hypocritical for existing in society.

Wanting food that is more ethically sourced is great, but you still need to eat in the mean time. The same with clothing, transportation, and more.

On the other hand, the use of a superyacht like this is excessive.

While reports say that the vehicle moved about a mile at most each day, the excess involved cannot be denied.

Everyone is entitled to enjoy themselves from time to time, but this is a great reminder that the lifestyles of the wealthy have a much larger impact.

But the most important takeaway is probably that the idea that individual actions are the key to solving the climate crisis is a carefully constructed lie.

We can all take steps to reduce our own footprint for many good reasons, but it’s sort of a "plastic straw ban" approach — because it won’t address the real problem.

Something like 70% of all global emissions are caused by just 100 companies. The way to solve this is through legislation, innovation, and sweeping reform.

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Leonardo DiCaprio Enjoys Memorial Day Weekend on a Superyacht off Sardinia With Bikini-Clad Pal

Like everyone else, you’ve had one thing on your mind this Memorial Day weekend: where and with whom is Leonardo DiCaprio yachting? Well, we can answer the first part with a degree of clarity, but the second part still remains a little vague.

Following the triumphant debut of his latest film, Killers of the Flower Moon , at the Cannes Film Festival a little over a week ago, the 48-year-old Oscar-winner has remained in the Mediterranean. He was spotted, first by TMZ and later by the Daily Mail , floating around on a superyacht off the coast of Sardinia.

If your geography is rusty, Sardinia is the larger of the two big islands that sit in the Mediterranean between France and Italy. The smaller of the two, Corsica, is to the north. Corsica is a territorial region of France, and Sardinia is an autonomous administrative region of Italy. Indeed, sardines get their name from the island of Sardinia. (I used to think sardines were gross until I visited this part of the world, and then realized that I’d simply never eaten good sardines.) 

As far as who the Titanic and Revenant star was yachting with, alas, we can not give you any names. V.F. has reached out to the star’s representatives, who are well within their right to write back, “the man is on vacation, what is it your business?” We’ll let you know. 

We can say, however, that should you check out the images that the Daily Mail has published, you’ll find that the actor, wearing light blue swimming trunks and, in some shots, a beige baseball cap, is joined by hale and hearty young men, and a young woman in a pink thong bikini. The British news outlet describes her as a “gorgeous brunette beauty flaunt[ing] her jaw-dropping figure." Who are we to argue? 

It is also believed that DiCaprio does not own the yacht. 

If you recall, Leo rang in 2023 by cruising around St. Barts on a yacht with then-23-year-old Victoria Lamas . The man loves boats and, it has been noted once or twice, that he enjoys the company of young women . 

For much of this year, he was linked to Gigi Hadid , but if you vigorously study all the graphs and charts , there is evidence to suggest that they are now back in the friend zone. At Coachella in April, DiCaprio was seen, as per Page Six , “looking cozy” with Irina Shayk , the 37-year-old Russian model who co-parents a child with Bradley Cooper . Leo and Irina are old chums (they hung out together at Cannes in 2015, as per People ). She was, indeed, at Cannes again this year, wearing a remarkably revealing outfit , even by “Russian model at Cannes” standards. 

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I Salute Leonardo DiCaprio and His Massive Yacht

The man is having the summer holiday of our dreams

There are two things about Leonardo DiCaprio that I know will always be true: 1/ He’s a man of leisure, and 2/ He's a man of luxury. When DiCaprio not starring in a blockbuster, or dating a young model, the 48-year-old actor can often be found unwinding in a wildly glamorous manner.

This week, he did exactly that, while cruising around the Amalfi coast in his private yacht. DiCaprio invited his dad, stepmum, and niece along for the ride. Some may find that excessive! They might wonder, Why charter a big-ass boat for just four people? Wouldn’t a smaller ship be easier to manage? I think the answer is pretty simple: Because it's fun! And Leonardo DiCaprio has yacht money! I’d do the same. Wouldn’t you?

Page Six obtained pictures from the affair, showing DiCaprio lounging around his floating estate and jumping in the choppy water.. Thankfully, there were no icebergs around to ruin the fun. This feels like a nice moment for the actor to relax after promoting his latest movie, Killers of the Flower Moon , at the Cannes Film Festival.

The actor's upcoming movie is based on David Grann’s popular nonfiction book, Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI . DiCaprio stars in the project alongside Robert DeNiro, Jesse Plemons, Brendan Fraser, John Lithgow, and Lily Gladstone. The crime drama follows a series of murders that affect the indigenous Osage Nation after oil is found on their land. When more and more people go missing, the FBI swoops in to investigate.

Killers of the Flower Moon will premiere in theatres on 2 October. That gives good ol’ Leo at least a few more months to relax before hopping back into movie-star mode. I, for one, can’t wait to see what he does next.

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Yachts And Fuel – How Much Do They Really Consume?

Fuel is one of many annual running costs of a yacht. Not only does the yacht need fuel for cruising; the generators require it to keep the vessel running while at anchor and underway. As well as this, many of the water sports toys require it too.

Some yachts cross the Atlantic Ocean twice a year between the Mediterranean and Caribbean while others embark on world cruises. That equates to a lot of fuel.

So How Much Do They Really Consume?

According to the Yachting Pages, the longest Superyacht in the world, 180m M/Y Azzam, holds 1,000,000 litres of fuel. To put it into perspective, that is the equivalent of filling a regular hatchback car 23,800 times. Or, six Boeing 747 commercial airliners.

West Nautical’s Vessel Manager, Tony Hildrew, a former Yacht Chief Engineer said:

“Fuel is the single biggest expense when it comes to yacht operations, it is estimated that the global spend on fuel is around $150bn annually however this shouldn’t put you off, there are a number of ways to ensure your fuel consumption doesn’t get out of hand. Implementing a Ships Energy Efficiency Management Plan or SEEMP for short is a great way to keep fuel costs down without compromising on your cruising experience.”

Each yacht will consume fuel differently for a number of reasons. It could be the size and make of the engines. Or, how often the yacht is using generators. As well as the number of tenders and water sports toys on board that require fuel. For example, if the yacht is out at anchor and running on generators 90% of the time, the fuel consumption will be much higher than a yacht that is in a marina at night and connected to shore power and water.

Another factor that will affect fuel consumption is the yacht’s itinerary. This is because the sea conditions will impact how much fuel the engines consume.

How Is Consumption Measured?

You will be able to input the start and ending points of your cruise on the map. This will automatically update the distance table. The next step is to enter the speed, fuel consumption and cost of fuel per litre to determine the cost of the trip.

Here is an example: A fast 30m yacht cruising at 20 knots will consume roughly 400 – 500 litres depending on the engine type. This would equate to the total consumption of 2500 litres for a distance of 100 nautical miles.

Another example is, a 70m yacht looking to travel 100 nautical miles with the engines burning 1000 litres per hour would add up to a total consumption of 8335L for that passage. Depending on where the yacht bunkered, the estimated cost with the price per litre being on the low end at €0.90 per litre would cost a total of €7501.50. An example of a 100 nautical mile passage would take you from Saint Tropez to The North Coast of Corsica.

How Much Does It Cost?

Fuel prices fluctuate depending on which country you bunker in and some places you bunker offer tax free fuel such a Gibraltar and Montenegro. Fuel prices can vary but typically costs between €0.80 and €1.30 per litre.

Yacht charter, sales and management company West Nautical added:

“Fuel costs should be at the top of any yacht owner and captain’s minds for two reasons: to minimise costs as well as reduce the environmental impact of burning unnecessary fuel. The superyacht charter market, more than most other markets, relies on pristine waters for their guests to enjoy their holiday. If the oceans in popular charter destinations are not maintained, it will decrease the demand for yacht charter and therefore the revenue for owners.” “If you are looking for expertise in operational management and engineering in order to plan a SEEMP, West Nautical would be delighted to assist.”

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How Much Fuel Does a Yacht Use? An In-Depth Analysis

When it comes to luxury and adventure on the high seas, yachts are the epitome of both. Whether you’re a yacht owner or dreaming of chartering one for your next vacation, understanding the fuel consumption of these majestic vessels is crucial. Fuel usage not only impacts the cost of your journey but also has environmental implications. In this article, we dive into the factors affecting yacht fuel consumption and provide insights to help you estimate how much fuel a yacht uses.

Understanding Yacht Fuel Consumption

Fuel consumption in yachts is influenced by several factors, including the yacht’s size, engine type, cruising speed, and conditions at sea. Here, we break down these elements to give you a clearer picture.

Yacht Size and Engine Type

Yachts come in various sizes, from smaller 40-foot models to massive 100-foot plus luxury liners. Generally, the larger the yacht, the more fuel it consumes. Engine type also plays a significant role. Traditional diesel engines are common, but newer models may feature more efficient or hybrid engines that can impact fuel usage.

Cruising Speed

Speed is a significant factor in fuel consumption. Higher speeds increase resistance in the water, requiring more power and, consequently, more fuel. Cruising at a yacht’s optimal speed, often referred to as the “hull speed,” can help maximize fuel efficiency.

Conditions at Sea

Sea conditions can also affect fuel consumption. Smooth, calm waters allow for more efficient travel, while rough seas can increase fuel use due to the additional power needed to maintain speed and stability.

Estimating Yacht Fuel Consumption

While it’s challenging to provide a one-size-fits-all answer due to the variables involved, we can offer some general guidelines. On average, a yacht might use between 20 to 100 gallons of fuel per hour. Smaller yachts, such as those around 40 feet, tend to be on the lower end of the scale, consuming about 20 to 40 gallons per hour. Larger vessels, which are over 100 feet, can consume significantly more, sometimes exceeding 100 gallons per hour, especially at higher speeds.

Example Calculations

Let’s look at an example. For a 70-foot yacht cruising at a moderate speed of 20 knots, fuel consumption could be around 50 gallons per hour. If you’re planning a 100-mile journey, at 20 knots, it would take you approximately 5 hours. This means the total fuel consumption for the trip could be around 250 gallons.

Tips for Reducing Fuel Consumption

• Cruise at Efficient Speeds: Find and maintain your yacht’s hull speed for optimal fuel efficiency.
• Regular Maintenance: Keep the engine and hull in top condition to reduce drag and ensure the engine runs efficiently.
• Plan Your Route: Opt for the most direct route and consider current sea conditions to minimize unnecessary fuel use.
• Lighten Your Load: Only carry what you need for your journey, as extra weight can increase fuel consumption.

Understanding and managing fuel consumption is crucial for any yacht owner or enthusiast. By considering the factors outlined above and implementing fuel-saving strategies, you can enjoy the luxury of yachting more sustainably and cost-effectively. Whether planning a short excursion or a long voyage, a careful consideration of fuel use will enhance your experience on the water.

Remember, every yacht is unique, and so is its fuel consumption. For specific figures, consult your yacht’s manual or speak with a marine professional who can provide insights tailored to your vessel. Enjoy your time at sea, and sail smartly!

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• Jan 2, 2016

Happy New Year All First post on the site as my wife and I are considering purchasing either the 400 MY or the 480 MY with the intention of completing the Great Loop and some cruising the Bahamas, So for this reason we had considered the 480 MY as it has very good fuel capacity at 500 Gallons and for slow cruising we have found that owners are getting an incredible 3 G/H at around 8.2 Knots which gives over 1000 mile range pottering about the Islands. We then looked at the 400 MY whic we find has a 300 gallon tank. So we were wondering what sort of fuel burn you guys are seeing at lower speeds around 8 Knots or so. I appreciate there are different engine configurations and we should only consider Diesel of course. We have looked at endless trawler style boats but its hard to give up on the creature comforts for the Admiral and I prefer the twin diesel engine handling characteristics with the ability to get out of Dodge quickly if Mr Murphy wants to come on board! Any assistance most appreciated  

• Jan 3, 2016

I am sure one or two of the diesel guys can give you good real world fuel burn information. In the mean time, I have found the information on boattest.com to be pretty good for starters. They test new boats, with basic loading, and typically mild conditions, so you need to get that you can not expect those numbers loaded down for a long trip, or with ten people on board, or five foot head sea and a steady 20 knot breeze. Our boat is Gas and we are 33gph cruise(20knots), and 65gph wot which scratches the bottom of 30 knots. If I took a WAG the 480 is probably about ten percent less. (bigger size but diesel). I will bet you are in the neighborhood of 30GPH Cruise. And 60GPH WOT. just a note: We came from sailing where the auxiliary burns one gallon an hour at full tilt boogie(6kts) and a straight shot to Monterey was 16-18 hours @ $20 in fuel. Now Monterey is 5.5 -6 hours @ a touch over $700 in fuel. 5.5 hours! The first time, I was smiling like a maniac at the fuel dock! WooHoo what a ride! We don't do it every weekend. We do a big trip once a year. Most of our trips are much shorter and not 20 knots all the way. If we run just under plane at 1200-1500 RPM we can make 9-10 knots at around 10gph. The 480 should do slightly better.  

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I can only speak for the 420AC. The original owners of my boat bought it and did the great loop and then sold it. At 1100rpm I average 7.5kts burning 3.5gph out of a 350 gallon tank which is 2nmpg. At a cruise of 2400rpm I get 17.5kts burning 22gph. Over the past two years I have owned the boat I have put more than 400 hours on the engines. I can assure you that I would not want to go 1000nm without seeing a marina. At very least my black water tank would be full!  

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These are my real world numbers with a loaded boat: at idle, we burn a total of 3gph at 650 rpm and can achieve 7.2 knots. which is half decent economy if you're willing to go that slow. Not sure if idling all day is recommended, but I don't have the patience for it. As soon as you push the throttles forward there is a drop off. For example 1000 rpms jumps to 10gph (total) at 10 knots. Anything past that and you're close to planing, where the math is pretty linear; she gets 0.5 nmpg. There is some variation around that number, but it's a pretty good number for planning. No doubt there are more effecient choices out there, but IMHO, this is the perfect boat for the loop. I was on my boat this past weekend marveling (yes, I literally sat there and "marveled") at the size of the master stateroom. And the climate controlled back deck is clutch. We will do the loop in this boat in 2018 if I don't get a bug up my butt and trade for a 55 Fleming first. This is a great boat but not the most popular, which means you need to (and have the chance to) buy it right. PM me if you like. Good luck! P.S. For this model there is only one engine choice, which is Cummins QSM-11s  

My fuel consumption at max hull speed of about 8.5 knots is a little over 3 gallons/hour, total counting both engines. A good resource for comparing engine specs is at http://www.sbmar.com/technical-info.php . I took a look at the fuel curves of the QSM-11 engine and I suspect you were quoted the fuel burn per engine since the curves indicate that engine burns 1.5 gallons/hour at idle, but perhaps a 480MY owner will chime in on that. But, any diesel operated at hull speed will pretty much sip fuel as opposed to what it will burn on plane, so if I were you I would also include the burn at cruise as part of your decision. It's hard to resist going on plane when in open waters. My QSB-425 boat cruises at around .85 gallons/hour up to around 20 knots. I think the 390/40MY would be outstanding for the Great Loop, not so much for ocean crossing. Compared to other hull forms, she will roll quite a bit in other than calm seas. So, although the model is fully rated for "Offshore" as are most all Sea Rays, I think you may always be hunting for ideal weather before venturing out very far going to and around the Bahamas. The 480MY is probably better from this perspective.  

I'll chime in with numbers for the Cummins 480ce's. Hull speed is about 8kts @ 800 RPM @ about 3 GPH Total Cruise is about 22kts @ 2200 RPM @ about 26 GPH Total Rated Maximum is about 27kts @ 2600 RPM @ about 40 GPH Total  

Welcome, and congratulations on your desire to do the loop. Of course there are few perfect boats to do the loop and there are no perfect boats to do the loop and then satisfy your needs pre or post loop. We have completed about 2500 miles of the loop so far and completed almost 1800 miles of it this past summer, almost all of the great people we met looping will tell you as long as the boat is not too large (height mostly) any boat you are comfortable handling can be used as a looper. We met two of the boats you mention this year and those folks were having the time of their lives. As far as fuel burn, you may want to double check the burn of those QSM-11’s, it doesn’t sound right. Our real burn rates from the portion of our loop last summer were 2.23 mpg while going through the canal portions (TSW and Erie) at displacement speeds and .8 mpg at planning cruise. We averaged 1.4 mpg for the summer. If you go with the 40 and a B motor, you will do a little better than us, if you go with the 48, you will do a little less. That’s about half the mpg’s that the folks in the twin low horsepower displacement boats that were traveling with us were getting. Many of those folks bought a boat just for the loop, their “regular” boats were home on the hard, waiting for them to finish the loop and sell their trawlers to the next loopers. Many sold their boats, bought a loop boat and will sell it at completion and buy a different boat, and a few were like us that bought a boat to suit our regular boating lifestyle and then took it looping. Sounds like that may be you also. I don’t know how you feel about the boat you have now, I don’t know much about them. Maybe you want a bigger boat, and that’s great, but just for some real world numbers on a gas boat similar in size to yours (well maybe a little bigger), we met a couple that were finishing their loop in Michigan this past summer in a 410 aft cabin with 7.4’s. Their final numbers were 6295 miles, 826 engine hours, 6690 gallons of gas. As you can see, their average speed over the 368 days they were out was 7.62 mph, and they got .94 mpg, not too terribly bad in my opinion. If we would have traveled with them we would have spent about $13,300.00 less in fuel if diesel is a buck cheaper, but as they said, not enough to sell their old reliable ride for an unknown, not to mention the boat was in impeccable condition. Hopefully they will enjoy it now post loop, for many years to come. I just thought I would throw you these real numbers, as opposed to numbers that come off of a spec sheet that don’t account for plowing through 4 footers to get to your next port before the skies really open up, or all the time spent idling around in circles waiting for the lockmaster to turn the lock around for you. Good luck in your search.  

The numbers I provided for my boat with QSMs are as real as it comes. Fully loaded, all conditions, etc. Who would make up numbers like that? Lol.  

Converse48 said: The numbers I provided for my boat with QSMs are as real as it comes. Fully loaded, all conditions, etc. Who would make up numbers like that? Lol. Click to expand...

• Jan 4, 2016

my3sons said: Those are terrific numbers, that I had not noticed as I was speaking to the op's post making over 8 kts@ 3gpm . Certainly better than I had expected and I stand corrected. Click to expand...

Don't you guys find that you have to do a lot more steering correction when cruising at such slow speeds down around 7-8 knots? On open water with autopilot I'd guess it's not that big a deal, but on rivers where the autopilot wouldn't be as handy (I won't think) you'd be pretty busy.  

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