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In 2021 ADITYA solar ferry won the Gustave Trouve Award for the “World’s Best Electric Ferry.” It was chosen as a great demonstration of a renewable energy project that is also economically viable. The success of the boat and the impact it has created has generated a lot of interest in the rest of India and other countries with abundant sunlight.
To ensure this interest leads to a suitable product configuration, one must understand the philosophy of solar boats. This book attempts to introduce this topic. In addition, it covers the various aspects to consider when making decisions. Each area requires further expansion with much reading and research; this book is merely a window to the vast knowledge that awaits an enthusiast.
After clarifying what solar-electric boats are and their potential market, the book starts with the question, “Why do we need solar boats?”. Next, the philosophy of solar boats and the difference between fossil fuel boats is described. All the available technology choices are listed in the next chapter. The stage is set to start on the design of the boat. The process of design and construction is outlined in flowing chapters. Next, the tests and trials are briefly explained, followed by operations and maintenance of a solar boat. Finally, ADITYA solar ferry is covered, and the last chapter lists the steps needed to be taken for faster adoption of solar-electric boats.
The primary target is the marine transport system’s decision-makers, advisors and team, who need to understand the fundamentals of solar-electric boats. This book provides the insights essential for when one encounters a decision in marine transport. It is also meant for other stakeholders in marine transport like operators, financiers, policymakers, government departments, and, finally, commuters and enthusiasts.
Praise for the book
“I’m thrilled to see this wonderfully written and extremely informative book on Solar-Electric Boats by Sandith. This sector is on the cusp of commercialisation at a global level, and India could benefit immensely from such disruptive and clean technologies.”
– Naveen Munjal, Managing Director, Hero Electric
Sandith Thandasherry 