Luxury superyachts are not known to be eco friendly as most of them are powered by gas-guzzling engines, which emit harmful gases and make lots of noise as well. But, the skyrocketing fuel prices and the concern to safeguard environment has forced the luxury yacht owners to adopt the green ideas and come up with superyachts that are eco-friendly and powered by renewable sources of energy. Here is a list of 10 eco friendly superyachts designed for the future:
1. Superyacht concept Esquisse by French designer Sylvain Viau of SV Designs
SV Designs’ French designer Sylvain Viau deserves credit for designing the eco-friendly superyacht concept Esquisse. The overall length of this concept yacht is 55m and it features both a hull and superstructure. Viau has based his green luxury yacht around balance of lines and fluidity. This luxury yacht has an 89m ‘Private’, which harnesses the energy of the sun. The Esquisse features energy saving devices and produces electricity and high power using a diesel-electric plant.
2. SABDES luxury environmentally conscious superyacht concept
Designed by Scott Blee, the SABDES superyacht concept is an eco-friendly yacht which is loaded with all modern amenities. Blee has used the modern technology smartly to minimize emissions and power consumption of this superyacht. The designs of the hull are also optimized by Blee for minimal surface. The design of the SABDES yachts is sleek and stylish.
3. SVD concept XXI superyacht
Designed and manufactured by SV Designs, the SVD concept XXI superyacht is an eco-friendly yacht, which is highly luxurious and has an attractive design. This superyacht has ladders and ventilator ducts in the side wings. White colored HVAC is present in this superyacht and it also has insulation system to maintain the temperature of the whole yacht. The top deck has the solar heating system, which is used to heat water. The main deck of this luxury superyacht has a spacious owner’s suite.
4. Hanuman: The 72m eco-friendly superyacht concept
The 72m eco-friendly superyacht concept named Hanuman is the brainchild of two young designers. The solar panels fitted in this boat will harness solar energy. This superyacht concept also features two 1500 kw LPG engines. It also has 160 sq m kite. This luxurious superyacht can hit a maximum speed of 14 knots. It is spacious enough to carry 12 passenger and 15 crew members. Hanuman participated in 2010 Young Designer of the Year contest.
5. The Beach Superyacht
Priced at around $150 million, the Beach is an eco-friendly superyacht, which can carry 12 passengers comfortably. The credit to design the Beach superyacht goes to French designer Vincent Le Page. The overall length of this yacht is 62m. This yacht has a modern club and very stylish design. This superyacht is powered by both wind energy and solar energy as it features wind turbines and solar panels. The Beach can hit a maximum speed of around 10 knots.
6. Landscape superyacht Concept
Designer Jun Han Song has conceptualized the Landscape superyacht concept. The overall length of this trimaran is 75m. It features a 20m beam and a well-maintained sun-deck. The superyacht has a modern lounge and a spacious dining. This yacht can accommodate 12 guests and eight crew members. The superyacht features photovoltaic panels to harness solar energy.
7. Veloce Superyacht Concept
The Veloce superyacht concept is a 52m motor yacht, which is eco-friendly. The exterior of this superyacht is aggressive, which gives a hint that the yacht is powerful and high on performance. This superyacht is designed by Odyssey Yacht Designs. This superyacht features hulls, which are hydro-dynamically efficient. This luxury yacht is also fuel efficient and completely emission free. The Veloce is spacious enough to accommodate 12 passengers and 12 crew members.
8. Aras Kazar’s Blue Dream II Superyacht Concept
Designed by Aras kazar, the Blue Dream II is a luxury superyacht concept, measuring 220 feet. The superstructure of this eco-friendly superyacht is made of aluminum and its hull is made of steel. The solar panel is fitted on the roof. This solar panel harnesses solar energy to generate electricity needed for the vessel. The vessel can attain a high speed of 30 knots.
9. Green Soliloquy superyacht designed by Alastair Callender
Coventry University’s Alastair Callender deserves credit for designing eco-friendly luxury superyacht Green Soliloquy. This yacht is powered by wind and solar energy. It also features Hybrid Marine Power (HMP) technology. The overall length of this yacht is 58m. This green yacht is emission free. This yacht can accommodate 12 guests.
10. Transcendence Zero Carbon Superyacht Concept
Transcendence superyacht concept is built by Sauter Design. The overall length of this eco-friendly superyacht is 49m. The advanced Solar Hybrid design of this yacht reduces the emissions of the GHG by 50-100%. This superyacht is powered by diesel electric engine manufactured by Mercedes Benz / MTU Bluetec. This yacht can reach a top speed of 25 knots.
