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The first edition of the Solar1 Monte-Carlo Cup will take place from July 10th to July 12th, 2014.
Solar powered boats from all over the world are set to race, in front of Port Hercules and in Larvotto Bay, in the first truly ‘green’ solar boat world championship. Developed by universities all over the world and driven by young students, this race is destined to be a future facing sport.
The clean technologies involved in solar-powered boats have a positive impact by helping to protect the sea.
While this is not the first solar race to take place worldwide, it will be the first time many will race in the open waters of the Mediterranean…