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NAUTICAL CLIENTS
The first Oasis-class ship, Oasis of the Seas, has had such positive feedback for using solar that we knew we had to do it again with our Oasis sister ship, Allure of the Seas," said Rasmus Norling, an administrator at Royal Caribbean Cruises. "Royal Caribbean is devoted to environmental protection and is the industry leader in our commitment to energy sustainability. Solar is one part of that mission." To read more Click Here
ROYAL CARIBBEAN
A great example of Leading the Path in Solar Tech for their business!
Royal Caribbean, which is the world’s second-largest cruise company, doesn’t expect a rapid payoff on its solar panel investments, but they fit well with its overall effort to make energy-efficient cruise ships and care for the environment. The company’s annual sustainability report says eight of its ships have smokeless gas-turbine engines – the first in the cruise industry – which can reduce the exhaust emissions of nitrous oxide by 85 percent and sulfur oxides by more than 90 percent.
Sweeting said that, as far as he knows, Royal Caribbean is the only cruise company doing solar installations on its ships. A spokeswoman for Miami-based Carnival Corp. (NYSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK) said the world’s largest cruise company isn’t doing so because the return on investment is not yet high enough.
Raskin said another reason Royal Caribbean is installing solar panels is what sustainability architects call “future proofing.” In other words, utilizing imperfect existing technology will pave the way for easy adoption of more efficient solar panels in the future. Old panels can be ripped off and new ones installed.
His hope is that solar panels’ progression follows Moore’s Law, which reflected the rapid growth in the capabilities of computer chips. To read more Click Here
ARCADIA Italian sustainable yachts
Arcadia’s production goal is to achieve complete harmony with nature and the sea, a “green” approach that combines luxury with a sense of ethics. “Ecological thinking” which has resulted in eco-friendly solutions that are able to reduce energy consumption and environmental impact.
By introducing the “green” philosophy into the world of luxury yachts, Arcadia has become a successful company, especially abroad: China, the UAE, USA. A 2013 turnover that, after five years of operation, reached 15 million; in 2014 it will grow to 20 and aims to reach 70 million for 2018.
The fleet produced by Arcadia Yachts offers a fibreglass range that goes from 85 to 115 feet, with new large projects exceeding 155 feet.
The most advanced technological research and the best Italian creativity have created innovative and effective solutions, which establish a new sustainable advancement for boating in all aspects. First are the solar panels incorporated into the superstructure, designed to recharge the batteries and power all of the onboard utilities and services, thereby reducing the use of generators. To Learn More Cliclk Here
MS Tûranor PlanetSolar
Known under the project name PlanetSolar, is the largest solar-powered boat in the world The vessel was designed by LOMOcean Design, built by Knierim Yachtbau in Kiel, Germany,[3][4] and launched on 31 March 2010.
In May 2012, it became the first ever solar electric vehicle to circumnavigate the globe. To read more Click Here
Arcadia 85 Solar sold and renamed Good Life
Ocean Drive have sold the 26 metre Arcadia motor yacht Solar, in an inhouse deal. The yacht was delivered in 2010, and has undergone a refit in 2014. Solar will be renamed Good Life, and will be made available for charter.
The yacht uses solar energy captured by photovoltaic panels installed on the roof of the vessel. To have a complete autonomic yacht at anchor, the photovoltaic panels recharge service batteries, which in turn power all basic services on the yacht, namely refrigeration, water pumps and lighting.
Good Life offers four guest cabins, including a spectacular owner’s cabin aft. The room is exceptionally large, and features a beautiful modern bathroom. A large VIP cabin forward is fitted with a double bed, and there are two more twin cabins. To Learn More Click Here
Xhibitionist by Gray Design
MORE TO KNOW
The global market for solar energy is growing within the following countries; United States, The Bahamas, Canada, Mexico, Colombia, Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Spain, Australia, China, Iceland, India, Hong Kong, Luxemburg, Netherlands, New Zealand, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Norway, Ireland, Greece, France, Germany, Italy and Japan.
KEYS TO SUCCESS
Bright Solar Systems has identified three keys to success that help the company grow into a mature market leader.
• Providing cutting edge, reliable, and simple-to-install
and maintain solar systems.
• Broadening the market of solar systems into a
mainstream energy source.
• Designing and implementing strict financial controls.