Electric Ferry Boat Makes Historic First Crossing from Europe to Africa Cutting Energy Use by 80%

An electric ferryboat has gone from Spain to Africa and back in the same day, proving decarbonization of strait crossings is possible. The Swedish-made vessel traveled from Sotogrande, Spain, to Ceuta, North Africa—a 24-nautical mile trip—in just over one hour, matching the speed of conventional fast ferries. After recharging, the vessel returned to the Spanish […] The post Electric Ferry Boat Makes Historic First Crossing from Europe to Africa Cutting Energy Use by 80% appeared first on Good News Network.

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