# Solar-Powered Electric Boats The SolarSkiff is Designed to Make Electric Boating More Accessible By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-03-31 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-boat References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/betta-boats-solarskiff/42532/) & [solarboattours](http://solarboattours.com/pages/bettaboats) SolarSkiff is an exceptionally well engineered and designed solar-powered electric boat that is designed to make it easier than ever to get to the water and enjoy a good boat ride without breaking the bank. Developed by Mississipi-based company Betta Boats, this supremely compact boat is structured in such a way that you don't need a [trailer to move it around](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ae1). This particular electric boat is powered by a 3-horsepower motor and a [detachable lithium-ion battery pack](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/temo450-carbon-edition) that both weigh only 13.6 kg taken together, so they don't add too much to the boat's weight. This setup allows the boat to enjoy a range of between 10 and 20 miles and a top speed of 5 miles per hour. Ultimately, the SolarSkiff hints at a future where electric boats will be more accessible and not the just a luxury toy for a select few. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 26% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Accessible Electric Boating:** The SolarSkiff is designed to make electric boating more accessible by removing the need for a trailer and offering a compact design. - **Solar-powered Boats:** The SolarSkiff showcases the potential of solar-powered boats, leading to opportunities for innovative and eco-friendly alternatives in the boating industry. - **Lightweight Electric Boat Technology:** The use of a 3-horsepower motor and detachable lithium-ion battery pack in the SolarSkiff presents opportunities for developing lightweight electric boat technology. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Boating Industry:** The SolarSkiff's design and features create opportunities for the boating industry to explore new markets and attract more customers. - **Renewable Energy Industry:** The solar-powered electric boat trend contributes to the growth of the renewable energy industry, specifically in the transportation sector. - **Battery Technology Industry:** The detachable lithium-ion battery pack used in the SolarSkiff highlights the need for advancements in battery technology for electric boat applications. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Emissions-Free Electric Leisure Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gosun-elcat-solar-electric-boat.md) - [Solar Panel-Covered Boat Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ms-porrima-concept-boat.md) - [Hydrofoiling Electric Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydrofoiling-electric-boats.md) - [Minimalist Solar Power Catamarans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soel-senses-62-electric-catamaran.md) - [Solar-Powered Compact Houseboats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fng-sng.md) - [Luxurious Recreational Electric Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recreational-electric-boat.md) - [Cost-Conscious Electric Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veer-x13.md) - [Solar-Powered Private Catamarans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zen50.md) - [Riproaring Electric Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riproaring-electric-boats.md)