Despite being threatened by pirates and having almost been sunk by submerged logs, the Earthrace biodiesel trimaran (powered by recycled human fat) made the fastest trip around the world. This knocks 14 days off the previous record.
Earthrace's four-man crew set out to prove that biodiesel is a viable alternative and dependable fuel. The challenge began April 27 and because of a malfunction, the boat had no auto-pilot, requiring it to be steered all throughout the journey.
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What's Driving This Trend
- Alternative Fuel
- Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Develop more efficient and sustainable alternative fuels to reduce reliance on traditional fossil fuels.
- Maritime Technology
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Who This Affects Most
- Biofuel Production
- Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Improve biofuel production methods and explore new sources of organic materials to enhance the viability and scalability of biofuels.
- Marine Engineering
- Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Develop innovative marine engineering solutions to enhance the performance and safety of vessels, promoting advancements in maritime transportation.
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- Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Explore new technologies and systems for harnessing renewable energy sources to power transportation, reducing carbon footprint and dependence on fossil fuels.
