Catamaran sailboat equipped with solar power generation

Are solar catamarans a good investment?

On average, the Sunreef Yachts Eco’s solar catamarans account for substantial electricity generation of up to 30 kWh, promoting a positive green footprint. Today, solar catamarans are trending among yacht owners and shipbuilders as a clean medium to increase energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions.

What is a Solar catamaran?

The solar catamaran was commissioned by an experienced family of yacht owners deeply engaged in sustainability and looking for the perfect eco-responsible motor yacht. The four-cabin catamaran boasts a custom-tailored layout and décor to accommodate eight guests in full luxury.

Which solar panels are best for a catamaran?

With a thickness below 1mm, the ultralight solar skin is the industry’s lightest and most efficient solar power solution. Thanks to their advanced integration technique, Sunreef Yachts Eco solar panels have a very high resistance to shock and abrasion. The catamaran was also fitted with a powerful custom-engineered battery bank.

Does Sunreef Yachts have solar power?

Apart from being equipped with two 360kW engines and a set of 990kWh batteries, this electric catamaran boasts Sunreef Yachts’ revolutionary solar power system with panels fully integrated with the composite structures.

How does a solar electric catamaran work?

The solar electric catamaran then turns into a mobile power station and is able to feed 8.6kWp into the AC grid or provide power at remote places where no grid is available. The 120kWh lithium battery system supplies all the energy required for save operations during day and night.

How many solar panels does a 'catamaran' have?

Her large, user-friendly flybridge is fitted with 15.55 m2 of solar panels fully integrated into the catamaran’s line, capable of delivering 2000 Wc of energy to power two battery banks supplying up to 32 kwh each.