More Sector Reports – Page 2
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Green TechnologiesNew record for commercially scalable perovskite-silicon solar cell
During research to harvest the full spectrum advantages of perovskite for solar cells, Hanwha Solutions Qcells has set a new efficiency record of 28.6%
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Green TechnologiesFully recycled fibreglass available for non-woven applications
Two German companies have collaborated to supply the marine, aviation and wind energy industries with non-woven fabric made from 100% recycled fibreglass.
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Green TechnologiesFrench consortium produces pioneering thermoplastic hydrofoils
As part of a project exploring the use of recyclable hydrofoils for ocean racing, a new type of foil with built-in sensors is being developed by the Minilab platform.
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Green TechnologiesMore solar power from ‘string cell’ design
Has the answer been found to prevent a drop in solar panel output when part of the unit is shaded?
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Green TechnologiesDRIFT energy harvesting vessel concept wins eco award
A plan to use sailing catamarans designed to generate green hydrogen whilst sailing has received a prestigious sustainability award.
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Green TechnologiesBifacial and perovskite advances promise more efficient solar power
Combining two recent developments into one design of solar panel will allow boatbuilders to harness greater amounts of power from a smaller footprint
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Green TechnologiesCould marinas provide a major renewable energy resource?
Breakwaters make perfect platforms for wave energy converters
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Green TechnologiesSuzuki Motor looks to cow dung for biofuel
Engine maker working on project to extract methane from animal waste
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Green TechnologiesRise of the solar garage
Pioneering what could become a major trend for electric runabouts, the Portuguese-built Faro Powerdock also lifts the hull clear of the water
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Green TechnologiesFuelEU Maritime Regulations have now gone live
Whilst only applicable to ships above 5000 gross tons, the new tranche of EU decarbonisation regulations is bringing new tech to the leisure sector
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Green TechnologiesBoats from blades: recycling fiberglass wind turbines a two-industry solution
A team of Canadian boatbuilders – while searching for sustainable materials – has developed a method for recovering and reusing intact sheets of fibreglass from otherwise inseparable end products which could be a boon for both the marine and wind energy industries.
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Green TechnologiesArctic cruise ship to run on 90% renewable power
To a design that could pave the way for self-refuelling superyachts, the construction of the 70m expedition vessel Captain Arctic has begun
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DeckingWood buoys to replace plastic in Antarctic research
Some of the estimated 8 million tons of discarded plastic that gets washed to sea each year is showing up as solid waste and toxic chemicals in remote parts of the Antarctic, and researchers there are about to deploy wooden research buoys, replacing the plastic models currently in use as ...
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Green TechnologiesBoats made from mushrooms?
The rebar-like tissue which securely anchors fungi to structures is being examined as a potential replacement for fossil-fuel-based composites in interior applications like walls and paneling
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Green TechnologiesBiofuel from the sea
A Barbadian startup aims to turn a growing seaweed problem into a useful source of sustainable biofuel
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ElectrificationMagnet-free electric motor offers sustainable high-speed e-boating
Apart from removing the drag of permanent magnets, and so making the motor more efficient at high speed, the new design also frees the industry from dependence on rare earth metals. Note the square profile of the copper windings so more current can be carried within a given volume
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Green TechnologiesRenewable off-grid energy
The ability to generate power from renewables and store it safely afloat and ashore is enjoying a surge of innovation. Metstrade 24 showcased just a few of the latest advances
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Green TechnologiesNew pontoon floats are 100% recyclable
UK-based ExoTechnologies and Pontoon & Dock unite to develop the recyclable composite Danu into floats for houseboats and marina infrastructure
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Green TechnologiesA rope made of rock
Basaltex, the company that specialises in reinforcements made directly from volcanic rock, has added a new type of rope to its portfolio of sustainable woven materials
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Green TechnologiesFully biodegradable shrink wrap that is also easier to install
A new shrink wrap is not only fully biodegradable, but it also has unique features that greatly accelerates installation
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