The article discusses the significant power differences in charging electric vehicles versus electric vessels, with the latter requiring 20 megawatts for charging. NatPower Marine is pioneering an electrified shipping corridor from Ireland to England, focusing on integrating electric boats and renewable energy sources like wind and solar. The CEO, Stefano Sommadossi, emphasizes the importance of transitioning to clean energy in maritime shipping, showcasing the irony of delivering electric cars using fossil fuels. Electric vessels are expected to start operations on this route by 2026, addressing gaps in the clean energy supply chain.
Charging an entire ocean freighter, or electric vessel, could take 20 megawatts, roughly 57 times more power than charging a typical car.
NatPower Marine is developing the world's first operational electrified shipping corridor between Ireland and England, integrating electric boats and renewable energy sources.
Stefano Sommadossi, CEO of NatPower, highlights the importance of clean energy in the maritime supply chain: 'Imagine getting your Tesla car delivered, and then realizing it was shipped to you over the ocean using diesel fuel.'
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