"We have made the fastest crossing of the Atlantic Ocean by a solar boat and the longest distance ever covered by a solar electric vehicle, " said Domjan.

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According to their website the team was attempting to row unassisted across the Atlantic Ocean, a daring 3569 nautical mile journey, using human power to propel the boat, and solar and wind power to charge its instruments.

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Now he retrieves his supplies from the boat and generates electricity via a solar panel, and he even recently got a new neighbor.

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Choosing a solar carport over a kitchen remodel, luxury car, or boat frees me from ever having to buy fuel again.

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From his boat, Ridley wrote a daily blog via a solar-powered satellite phone, describing his near collision with a container ship, battles with 20-foot waves and cravings for gin and tonics.

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The boat's diesel engine has even been replaced by a small outboard charged by solar panels.

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