# Carbon Neutral Luxury Yachts The Super Nova 60 Can Sail the World Using Self-Generated Energy By Michael Hines | Published 2010-08-18 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-nova-60 References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/super-nova--worlds-first-carbon-neutral-megayacht/16035/) & [sautercarbonoffsetdesign](http://www.sautercarbonoffsetdesign.com/home.html) Sail the seven seas without hurting Mother Nature with the Super Nova 60. This yacht was designed by Sauter Carbon Offset Design to be able to cruise 7,000 nautical miles running off of self-generated energy. The Super Nova 60 uses a variety of eco-friendly energy generators to power itself. Photovoltaic cells and [kinetic energy sails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dianai-solar-sailer) are just two of the ways that this [super yacht](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kitson-yachts) stays afloat and carbon neutral. **Implications** - The Super nova 60 is essentially an environmental and technological marvel, with a [Mercedes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tonke-eqv) Benz BlueTec diesel electric drive supported by full rotational wingsails. The piece also has power sailing and a 650 square meter solar cell. Pair this with a plug-in lithium ion storage system and uninterruptible power supply, and this is one eco-conscious machine. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Sustainable Luxury Yachts:** The trend of carbon neutral luxury yachts opens up opportunities for sustainable design and renewable energy integration in the luxury yacht industry. - **Eco-friendly Energy Generators:** The use of photovoltaic cells and kinetic energy sails in the Super Nova 60 showcases the potential for eco-friendly energy generation in the maritime industry. - **Technological Advancements in Yacht Design:** The Super Nova 60 demonstrates how advancements in technology can be incorporated into yacht design, paving the way for innovative features and improved efficiency. ### Where This Applies - **Luxury Yacht Industry:** The carbon neutral luxury yacht trend presents opportunities for the luxury yacht industry to integrate sustainable practices and attract eco-conscious customers. - **Renewable Energy Industry:** The integration of renewable energy generators in luxury yachts creates opportunities for the renewable energy industry to expand its reach into new markets. - **Maritime Industry:** Technological advancements in yacht design, such as the Super Nova 60, drive innovation in the maritime industry and encourage the adoption of sustainable practices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Solar-Powered Private Catamarans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zen50.md) - [Opulent Eco-Friendly Yacht Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oneiric-yacht.md) - [Minimalist Solar Power Catamarans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soel-senses-62-electric-catamaran.md) - [Solar Panel Luxe Superyachts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flame-superyacht.md) - [Solar Panel-Covered Boat Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ms-porrima-concept-boat.md) - [Water-Reflecting Superyacht Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pegasus-88m-superyacht-concept.md) - [Hybrid Propulsion Yacht Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fluyt-yacht-concept.md) - [Luxe Eco-Conscious Spacious Yachts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onyx-h2bo-85.md) - [Opulent Catamaran Yachts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunreef-55-ultima.md)