They're Calling This Solar-Electric Yacht the Tesla of th

We’re not exactly easy on our planet’s waters. The solar electric SoelCat 12, however, is a pleasant step in the right direction.

The 16-passenger catamaran comes to us from the Netherlands-based Soel Yachts — a company that’s unsurprisingly calling the vessel a “Tesla on the water.” Which is to say, the boat is fully sustainable and quiet to boot, all the while reducing CO2 emissions along the way.

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At 39 feet long, the entire rig has a total lithium battery capacity of 120kWh, meaning it can operate for six hours and eight knots on batteries alone.

Above all, the SoelCat will be a big play for eco-tourism. While the company is set to unveil the SoelCat in Auckland, New Zealand, they’re planning to ship the first unit in July to a resort in the French Polynesia.

Otherwise, wealthy fishermen should know the electric vessel ships easily, disassembled, in two 40-foot containers. At the end of the day, it’s high speed, low impact and looks to be a crazy amount of fun.

It’s a win for everyone, including Ma Nature.