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Hydrogen-Powered Boats

Svetlana Mikhailova Reimagines Venetian Waterbuses with the 'Mira'

— April 25, 2014 — Art & Design
Svetlana Mikhailova has reimagined the traditional Venetian water-bus in the form of a hydrogen-powered vessel, which is more eco-friendly than the original and a lot less noisy.

The Mira holds onto the traditional look of the old water-bus, titled the 'Vaporetto.' Considering Venice is such a timeless city, with tourists visiting every day for its history and culture, it's a good idea on the part of Svetlana Mikhailova to keep the general aesthetic of the water bus the same. However, considering the amount of pollution that falls into these waters from boats every day, having this eco-friendly alternative for tourists could be a big draw. For anyone who is conscious about the environment, this design will give the operating companies a nice leg up.

Photo Credits: designboom, svetlanamikhailova
Trend Themes
1. Hydrogen-powered Vehicles - Hydrogen-powered boats like the Mira could pave the way for eco-friendly alternatives in the transportation industry.
2. Eco-tourism - Eco-friendly waterbuses like the Mira could give sustainable travel a boost, opening up opportunities for disruptive innovations in the tourism industry.
3. Zero Emissions Technologies - The development of hydrogen-powered boats like the Mira highlights a growing trend towards zero-emissions technologies across industries.
Industry Implications
1. Maritime Transportation - Hydrogen-powered boats like the Mira could offer disruptive innovation opportunities in the maritime transportation industry, providing a more sustainable alternative to traditional boats.
2. Tourism - The Mira and other eco-friendly alternatives in transportation could lead to disruptive innovation in the tourism industry, as more travelers seek sustainably-minded experiences.
3. Clean Energy - The trend towards hydrogen-powered boats like the Mira highlights the potential for disruptive innovation in the clean energy sector, signalling a shift towards more sustainable and eco-friendly technologies.
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