I'd give up sushi for life to own this $42 million solar yacht

"I was always interested in a new type of customer or owner for boats, because it felt to me like a lot were built just to drink cocktails on, but not so much for an active lifestyle," Béhar says. Solsea offers both, with two decks built for opulent cruising, and a bow optimized for easy off-grid excursions. This emphasizes the boat's design catering to both leisurely and adventurous lifestyles, making it unique compared to traditional yachts.

The Solsea is a modern response to traditional yachting, which is an environmental disaster. Yachts can consume anywhere from 20 to 500 gallons of gasoline per hour. Yet, even when not in use, your average yacht is essentially running all the time. When docked, large boats will operate generators to drive pumps and cooling systems that draw power. This highlights the significant environmental impact of traditional yachts and positions Solsea as a sustainable alternative.

The Solsea bucks this consumption by lowering a vessel's operating costs by 80%. The simpler electric motors cruise at 10 knots and forgo $2 million in machinery found in the now-eliminated "engine room" alone. This showcases the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of the Solsea, appealing to eco-conscious consumers as well as those looking to save money on yacht operation.

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