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Zuckerberg's $300M Yacht Sparks Climate Backlash Amid Luxury

9/15/2025

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Mark Zuckerberg's $300 million yacht, Launchpad, is under repair at La Ciotat shipyard in France.
Recent voyages used 680,000 liters of diesel, emitting 5,300 tonnes of CO2, comparable to over 2,000 cars.
Critics point out the gap between Silicon Valley's environmental claims and luxury practices.
La Ciotat attracts wealthy clients but raises concerns amid climate crises.
Zuckerberg's activities, including heli-skiing and cruising, further increase emissions.

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Mark Zuckerberg's $300 million yacht, Launchpad, is under repair at La Ciotat shipyard in France.
Recent voyages used 680,000 liters of diesel, emitting 5,300 tonnes of CO2, comparable to over 2,000 cars.
Critics point out the gap between Silicon Valley's environmental claims and luxury practices.
La Ciotat attracts wealthy clients but raises concerns amid climate crises.
Zuckerberg's activities, including heli-skiing and cruising, further increase emissions.