# Elaborate Eco Steamboats The Hornblower Hybrid Ferry Uses Hydrogen Fuel, Wind and Sun By Amanda Chang | Published 2010-12-10 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hornblower-hybrid-ferry References: [geeky-gadgets](http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/hornblower-hybrid-ferry-to-make-new-york-city-debut-in-2011-8-12-2010/) Everyone around the world has been doing their part to make this world a better, greener place and New York City is certainly no exception. In the near future, around April 2011, New York will be debuting its eco-friendly Hornblower Hybrid Ferry, which will be used to [transport approximately 600 passengers a day](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maritime-transportation-system). The ferry has been designed by Hornblower Cruises & Events using [recycled materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/national-marine-suppliers), including glass countertops, LED lighting, LEED carpeting and non-toxic weather-proof paint. The Hornblower Hybrid Ferry will also be powered by [hydrogen, solar and wind power](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tidal-flight). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Eco-friendly Transportation:** The use of hydrogen, solar, and wind power in the Hornblower Hybrid Ferry showcases the trend towards eco-friendly transportation. - **Sustainable Design:** The use of recycled materials and non-toxic paint in the construction of the Hornblower Hybrid Ferry highlights the trend towards sustainable design. - **Renewable Energy Integration:** The combination of hydrogen, solar, and wind power in the Hornblower Hybrid Ferry exemplifies the trend towards integrating renewable energy sources. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Transportation:** The development of eco-friendly ferries like the Hornblower Hybrid Ferry presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the transportation industry. - **Green Building:** The incorporation of recycled materials and sustainable design features in the Hornblower Hybrid Ferry opens up disruptive innovation opportunities in the green building industry. - **Renewable Energy:** The integration of hydrogen, solar, and wind power in the Hornblower Hybrid Ferry creates disruptive innovation opportunities in the renewable energy industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hydrofoiling Electric Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydrofoiling-electric-boats.md) - [Hybrid Propulsion Catamarans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunreef-zero-cat.md) - [Emissions-Free Cargo Barges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/h2-barge-2-project.md) - [Large Electric Sustainable Ferries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/incat-tasmania.md) - [Solar Panel-Covered Boat Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ms-porrima-concept-boat.md) - [Ammonia-Powered Ships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/novel-ship.md) - [Enchanting Old-World Sailing Ships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orient-express-silenseas.md) - [Solar-Powered Electric Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solarpowered-electric-boat.md) - [Opulent Eco-Friendly Yacht Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oneiric-yacht.md)