Technical information

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APPLICATION EXAMPLES
The Green Miles was started to create awareness among the general public for the problems of our oceans. In addition, The
Green Miles wants to inspire people to interact with the world and the oceans in a green way. The Green Miles is a project in
which Arjen van Eijk and Florian Dirkse sailed around the world in two years, raising awareness on ocean climate.
Victron Energy backs the Green Miles’ aims and is sponsoring the project by providing an on-board sustainable energy supply.
Green products by Victron Energy are regularly used in remote places around the world to guarantee an independent energy
supply. The energy provided on board of the Green Miles will therefore be sustainable as well as… comfortable!
Green sailing
The Green Miles’ sustainable use of windpower to sail the world means there will be minimal use of fossil fuels and almost zero
emissions. The yacht has also been adapted in several key areas. There are quite a few solar panels on board. A wind turbine
provides additional energy. A waste disposal system means no harmful refuse needs to be thrown overboard. Green waste
will be pulped so that sea creatures are able to feed on it. The boat has been tted with a saltwater pump to prevent waste of
drinking water, and energy-saving LED-lighting has been installed. The motor will only be used sparingly.
The Netherlands: ‘The Green Miles’, green project for blue oceans