# Sporty Electrified Sailboats The 'Sly Yacht' is a Mean Green Sea Speedster By Michael Hines | Published 2010-10-19 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sly-yacht References: [ecofriend.org](http://www.ecofriend.org/entry/sly-de-50-concept-yacht-incorporates-a-hybrid-propulsion-system-to-curb-emissions/) & [yachtingideas](http://www.yachtingideas.com/wp/?portfolio=sly-de-50) Yachting Ideas is aiming to make [competitive yacht racing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikonic-yachts) a greener affair with its 'Sly Yacht' concept. This sailboat is designed to be lightweight and capable of running off of either its sails or an [on-board electric motor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-boat-model). The 'Sly Yacht' is made of PVC sandwiched between layers of carbon and basalt fibers. With a 30kw electric engine, 'the Sly Yacht' can be recharged by a [small diesel generator](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybrid-jet-ski-yacht) if needed. This catboat is the perfect vessel for eco-friendly entertainment on the water. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Green Yachting:** The trend of eco-friendly yacht racing is creating opportunities for the development of sailboats with electric propulsion systems. - **Lightweight Sailboat:** The trend of lightweight sailboats is driving innovation in yacht design, allowing for improved speed and fuel efficiency. - **Hybrid Propulsion:** The trend of sailboats with hybrid propulsion systems is opening up new possibilities for combining renewable energy sources with conventional engines. ### Who This Affects Most - **Maritime Industry:** The maritime industry can leverage the trend of green yachting by developing sustainable and energy-efficient sailboats. - **Boat Manufacturing Industry:** The boat manufacturing industry has a disruptive innovation opportunity to create lightweight sailboats that offer enhanced performance and reduced environmental impact. - **Renewable Energy Industry:** The renewable energy industry can explore the trend of hybrid propulsion in sailboats by creating innovative solutions to combine electric motors and renewable energy sources for sustainable boating. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Emissions-Free Electric Leisure Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gosun-elcat-solar-electric-boat.md) - [Hybrid Propulsion Yacht Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fluyt-yacht-concept.md) - [Sustainable Yacht Tender Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superyacht-tender.md) - [Hydrodynamic Avian-Inspired Yachts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wakinyan-catamaran-yacht.md) - [Riproaring Luxury Yachts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opulent-luxury-yachts.md) - [Minimalist Solar Power Catamarans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soel-senses-62-electric-catamaran.md) - [Customizable Luxurious Superboats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gt-superboat.md) - [Luxe Electric Hydrofoil Yachts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-icon.md) - [Riproaring Electric Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riproaring-electric-boats.md)