Whale watching, which spots to sail with whales around the world?
What if you took advantage of your sea cruise to go and admire the different species of whales that inhabit the seas of the world? Here are the main spots and periods where you will have the best chance to observe these giants of the sea, while respecting a code of conduct to avoid disturbing […]
First solar-electric Sunreef Eco 80 delivered
Sunreef Yachts has delivered its first 24-metre Sunreef 80 Eco catamaran in Dubai. With composite-integrated solar panels built into the hull sides, mast, superstructure and bimini roof, the company says the Sunreef 80 Eco is a “pioneer in green yachting”. The catamaran model was first revealed in 2021 as part of the Polish shipyard’s new […]
Fountaine Pajot ‘rethinks boating’ with eco business plan
Fountaine Pajot has unveiled a series of videos detailing its new focus on sustainable and eco cruising, with the boatbuilder setting goals to transition to electric propulsion. According to Fountaine Pajot, it aims to create low-carbon and ideally net-carbon cruising boats and sustainable navigation scenarios by 2030. The business plan, called Odysséa 24, brings on board employees, yachting […]
Arsouin 40 Hybrid, a blue water sailing boat with electric propulsion and hybrid energy
Intended for long distance cruising, the Arsouin 40 Hybrid has been designed for electric propulsion in order to be as free as possible from diesel fuel. This deliberately modern boat designed by Vincent Lebailly will be built in aluminum.
Passing FAD: Partnership Protects the Reef at Palmyra Atoll
An industry/conservation partnership tracks Fish Aggregating Devices (FADS) at Palmyra Atoll. The post Passing FAD: Partnership Protects the Reef at Palmyra Atoll appeared first on Cool Green Science.
Great Barrier Reef Is Hit by Another Mass Bleaching Event
The Great Barrier Reef is undergoing its sixth mass bleaching event, as unusually warm waters stress corals, authorities say. Mass beachings have grown more frequent with rising temperatures, afflicting the reef in 1998, 2002, 2016, 2017, 2020, and again this year. Read more on E360 →
This New Catamaran Blends Solar Power and a Giant Wingsail to Cruise the Seas 100% Emissions-Free
ZEN 50 can cruise continuously at between 6–10 knots—without a generator in sight.
This New Electric Sailing Superyacht Actually Generates Energy While Cruising
Iddes’ Sail 55 is also fitted with six luxurious VIP cabins for guests.
Aqua superPower electrifies 580km of Catalonian coast
The Catalan Association of Tourist Marinas (ACPET) has partnered with Aqua superPower to create a network of connected marine fast-charging services for electric boaters to use along Catalonia’s coastline. The association has 46 members of the 53 ports in Catalonia, which accounts for 87 per cent of all port concessions granted in Catalonia. Through the partnership, Aqua superPower will supply and install its high-power smart grid […]
To save the oceans, we need MPAs that emphasize actual protection of marine ecosystems (commentary)
If you are pessimistic about the state of our planet, let me surprise you with this: It is perfectly possible to rebuild life in our ocean to avoid ecological disaster. There is a way to make the ocean healthy again for the creatures that live in it and the humans who depend on them – […]
