The Navy said that the boat's performance was indistinguishable from a boat using standard diesel fuel Photo: GETTY IMAGES US Navy Tests Boat Powered By Seaweed -- The Telegraph
The US Navy has successfully tested a boat that uses fuel derived from seaweed.
In an attempt to reduce the Navy's dependence on petroleum, engineers designed and built an experimental craft that runs on a blend of 50 per cent diesel and 50 per cent algae-based fuel.
The 49-foot command boat, which is intended for use in rivers and marshes, was tested at Norfolk Naval Station in Virginia, reaching a speed of 44.5 knots.
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My Comment: The US Navy's energy/fuel bill is astronomical each year .... any alternative fuels that can undercut this expense will be appreciated.