The ship powered only by hydrogen and solar energy

The vessel known as the Energy Observer recently docked at Boston’s Rowes Wharf. The experimental ship, powered by renewable sources, was outfitted to show that there are workable alternatives to fossil fuel. GBH’s Craig LeMoult spoke with the crew before they returned to France.

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