Name
Classroom Seminars: Session 3 - Topic 2: Creative Energy: How to Embrace Electric Boating Without Spending Millions in Infrastructure Panel
Leonora Valvo Scott Canning Paul Blank
Description

Electric boating is gaining significant attention as an eco-friendly alternative to traditional fossil fuel-powered boats. However, many marina owners are concerned about the high costs associated with infrastructure upgrades. This session aims to address these concerns.

  1. Evaluating existing infrastructure: Learn how to assess your current boating infrastructure and identify potential opportunities for integrating electric boats without major modifications or investments.
  2. Optimizing charging solutions: Gain insights into various charging options, such as onshore charging stations, solar-powered charging, and battery swapping, to minimize infrastructure requirements and costs.
  3. Leveraging public funding for charging infrastructure: Learn how infrastructure and equipment costs are being supported by public grants and other funding options.
  4. Community initiatives and collaborations: Hear what initiatives some local municipalities are implementing to move toward zero emission harbors.
  5. Planning for the future: Explore the demands on public utility infrastructure marinas will experience through increasing adoption of electric vessels.