Featured in 30 Technology Highlights – 05-2016

Solar power takes to the seas

Solar at sea: The global growth of waterborne solar transportation is rising faster than a rogue wave. From a $2.3 billion market value a few years ago, the industry is expected to triple to $7.6 billion by 2024. Applications range from leisure boats, to commercial, industrial, military and research markets.

By

Charles W. Thurston

11 May 2016

3

Tûranor PlanetSolar, the world’s largest solar vessel, has already has circled the globe powered by SunPower solar cells. Solar ferries, tugs, and sailing vessels are now rolling off a host of dry docks in Europe, the U.S. and India, among other locations. Small solar systems on recreational boats have been in use for many years, …

This article is part of pv+

Subscribe digitally to unlock exclusive investigative reporting, expert insights, in-depth analysis, and premium background coverage. Your subscription also includes full access to the digital edition of our magazine.