EcoClipper - A Sustainable Future for Shipping

Sustainable transport. What does it look like? Well, we know that electric cars are getting a lot of attention. We know about bicycles, buses and trains. But what about shipping? There was a time when all goods were moved across the ocean using nothing but the wind and the hardwork of a able crew. This episode I was joined by Jorne Langelaan, the founder and captain of EcoClipper. EcoClipper are a professional shipping company which will offer emission free transport and travel, by making use of engine-less sailing ships. Their state of the art sailing vessel will be an example of ultimate sustainability and seaworthiness. Our conversation takes us on a whistle stop tour of the history of shipping, the current state of play and on to Jorne’s vision for a sustainable future for shipping. Let’s go. Links mentioned: https://ecoclipper.org Jorne spoke at TEDx Amsterdam in 2010 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MyJ_a3fx6IY Example of the more hi-tech wind power solutions for shipping https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2020/12/swedish-firm-wind-powered-cargo-ships/ History of the Port of Liverpool https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Port_of_Liverpool A fascinating webinar Jorne presented at which gives lots more detail on their mission https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3oOYfrj-_ow Follow Rethink Now online: Website https://rethinknow.uk Twitter https://twitter.com/rethinknowcic Facebook https://www.facebook.com/rethinknowcic Instagram http://instagram.com/rethinknowcic/ You'll find our podcast on Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts and Spotify.

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The Rethink Now Podcast explores our environmental plight and the race to a net zero world. What does it mean for our towns and cities? What does it mean for business, for food and for the health of us all? Our interviews and discussions will, we hope, educate and inform at a time when speed is everything. Join Ed, Tanya and special guests each week.