Frysian E-Power Challenge 2011

Last Sunday I spent the day in Sneek to watch 21 electrically powered boats compete in the Frysian E-Power Challenge. It was great to see the variety of boats that were participating.

Opening of the Frysian E-Power Challenge

The E-Power Challenge was opened by the chairman of the SEFF. The representative of the province emphasized the goal of Friesland to be CO2 neutral with ALL transport vehicles in the future.

The Challenge

The first boats were expected to return after about 4 hours, so sail with an average speed of 10km/h, even when parts of the 40km track have speed limits of 6ml/h or 9km/h.

It was a great event showcasing the future of sustainable boating in Friesland.