Search

Find uplifting stories about heroes, innovations, and solutions

7180 results for "electric ferry"

Norway Orders 20 Flying Electric Ferries for Fjords
Planet WinsApr 14

Norway Orders 20 Flying Electric Ferries for Fjords

Norway just ordered 20 electric hydrofoil ferries that glide above the water like magic carpets, cutting energy use by 80% while keeping fjords quiet and clean. The zero-emission vessels will create the world's largest electric ferry fleet by 2030.

Google News - Norway Green Energy3 min read
Swedish Ferry Sails 160 Miles on $230 of Electricity
VideosFeb 3

Swedish Ferry Sails 160 Miles on $230 of Electricity

A sleek electric ferry just completed the longest sea journey ever made by an electric passenger vessel, traveling from Sweden to Norway on less electricity than it takes to fill a gas tank. The secret? Hydrofoil wings that lift the boat out of the water and slash energy use by 80%.

Electrek3 min read
Norway Orders 20 Flying Electric Ferries for 2025
VideosApr 12

Norway Orders 20 Flying Electric Ferries for 2025

Norway just ordered the world's largest fleet of electric hydrofoil ferries that literally fly above the water. The silent, zero-emission boats will transform coastal commutes starting next year.

Good News Network2 min read
Norway Orders 20 Electric 'Flying' Ferries for Commuters
Planet WinsJun 7

Norway Orders 20 Electric 'Flying' Ferries for Commuters

Norway just placed an order for 20 zero-emission hydrofoil ferries that glide above the water like magic carpets. The electric boats will transform coastal commutes while cutting emissions to zero.

Google News - Norway Green Energy2 min read
Norway Orders 20 Electric 'Flying' Ferries for Coast
InnovationApr 9

Norway Orders 20 Electric 'Flying' Ferries for Coast

Norway just placed the world's largest order for electric hydrofoil ferries: 20 vessels that literally lift out of the water to slash energy use by 80%. These "flying" boats could finally crack the code on electrifying high-speed coastal transport.

Electrek3 min read
Electric Ferry Completes Record 160-Mile Coastal Voyage
VideosFeb 4

Electric Ferry Completes Record 160-Mile Coastal Voyage

A sleek hydrofoiling ferry just proved electric boats can travel serious distances, completing a 160-nautical-mile journey up the Scandinavian coast. The voyage shows clean water transport is ready for the real world.

New Atlas2 min read
NYC's New Electric Ferry Cuts 600 Tons of Emissions Yearly
InnovationJun 5

NYC's New Electric Ferry Cuts 600 Tons of Emissions Yearly

New York's first hybrid-electric ferry is transforming the commute to Governors Island while slashing carbon emissions. Cities from San Francisco to Stockholm are proving that clean, quiet waterways are finally within reach.

Wired3 min read
Electric Ferry Flies Over Waves Quieter Than a Library
InnovationApr 9

Electric Ferry Flies Over Waves Quieter Than a Library

A Swedish company just launched a high-speed electric ferry that glides above water on underwater wings, creating almost zero noise while cutting energy use by 80%. The whisper-quiet boat is already heading to Mumbai, the Maldives, and Saudi Arabia to replace loud diesel ferries.

New Atlas3 min read
Electric Ferry Conquers Arctic Cold in Northern Norway
Planet WinsJan 22

Electric Ferry Conquers Arctic Cold in Northern Norway

Norway's newest electric ferry just proved that battery-powered transport can handle brutal Arctic conditions. The M/F Vargsund launched in -13°F weather, shattering doubts about green technology in extreme climates.

Good News Network2 min read
World's Largest Electric Ferry Passes Safety Test
InnovationFeb 18

World's Largest Electric Ferry Passes Safety Test

A massive electric ferry in Australia just installed a state-of-the-art evacuation system that can rescue over 2,400 people. Hull 096 is set to revolutionize zero-emission water transport when it launches in 2026.

Google: electric vehicle milestone2 min read
World's Largest EV: Electric Ferry to Power 2,100 Riders
InnovationFeb 17

World's Largest EV: Electric Ferry to Power 2,100 Riders

A massive electric ferry being built in Australia will soon carry 2,100 passengers across South America's River Plate, powered by batteries equivalent to 487 Teslas. The China Zorrilla proves clean energy can work at giant scale.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Stockholm's Electric Ferry Cuts Emissions 94% and Commutes in Half
Planet WinsMar 2

Stockholm's Electric Ferry Cuts Emissions 94% and Commutes in Half

A "flying" hydrofoil ferry in Stockholm has slashed a 55-minute commute to 30 minutes while cutting carbon emissions by 94 percent. The success is prompting cities worldwide to rethink how waterways can solve urban congestion.

Optimist Daily3 min read
B.C. Ferries Reverses EV Ban, Allows Some Aboard
Planet WinsMay 8

B.C. Ferries Reverses EV Ban, Allows Some Aboard

After a year-long ban that left many EV owners stranded, B.C. Ferries is welcoming electric vehicles back on board starting May 19. The new policy balances safety concerns with the practical needs of ferry-dependent communities.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Swedish Electric Ferry Glides Above Waves in Near Silence
InnovationApr 3

Swedish Electric Ferry Glides Above Waves in Near Silence

A Swedish company just turned choppy, noisy boat rides into smooth, quiet journeys that feel more like flying than sailing. The P-12 Business ferry lifts above water on hydrofoils, using 80% less energy while carrying passengers in library-level quiet.

Electrek2 min read
World's Largest Battery Ferry Now Sails Emission-Free
VideosMar 19

World's Largest Battery Ferry Now Sails Emission-Free

A massive electric freight ferry just launched in Denmark, crossing the Baltic Sea 100% emission-free while carrying 66 trucks at a time. The ship recharges in just 12 minutes between trips, proving clean shipping works at commercial scale.

CleanTechnica2 min read
Electric Cars Could Slash UK Power Bills by 2030
Planet WinsApr 27

Electric Cars Could Slash UK Power Bills by 2030

Rising oil prices are pushing drivers toward electric vehicles, and that shift could solve an unexpected problem: sky-high electricity costs. When millions of EVs connect to the grid, they'll act as giant batteries that store cheap renewable energy and release it when needed.

Google News - Electric Vehicle3 min read
Ola Electric Cleared to Launch Commercial E-Scooter
InnovationMay 28

Ola Electric Cleared to Launch Commercial E-Scooter

India's Ola Electric just got the green light to launch an electric scooter designed specifically for delivery drivers and fleet operators. With rising fuel prices squeezing gig workers, this commercial EV could arrive as early as this quarter.

YourStory India2 min read
BYD Electric Bus Sales Jump 54% Year Over Year
VideosFeb 6

BYD Electric Bus Sales Jump 54% Year Over Year

Chinese EV giant BYD just proved that electric commercial vehicles are quietly winning the climate fight. While passenger car sales slumped, their electric buses and trucks posted impressive growth that shows the future of clean transportation is already rolling.

CleanTechnica2 min read
Sweden's Flying Ferry Slashes Mumbai Commutes by 85%
InnovationMar 18

Sweden's Flying Ferry Slashes Mumbai Commutes by 85%

A Swedish company just raised €30 million to scale production of electric ferries that literally fly above water, cutting a two-hour Mumbai commute to 35 minutes while using 80% less energy than diesel boats. The breakthrough is already transforming public transit in Stockholm, Oslo, and dozens of cities worldwide.

Electrek3 min read
Thailand's Electric Truck Revolution Takes Off in 2026
InnovationApr 2

Thailand's Electric Truck Revolution Takes Off in 2026

Thailand's commercial electric vehicle market is surging as logistics companies and cement firms ditch diesel for electric trucks, with sales expected to hit 120,000 units this year. Rising oil prices and generous government incentives are turning Southeast Asia's automotive hub into a hotspot for China's EV manufacturers.

Bangkok Post3 min read

Showing 20 of 7180