The Energy Observer project was born in 2013 from the commitment of Victorien Erussard, a merchant marine officer and offshore sailor. Aware of the vital importance of taking action for the planet, he gathered around him a team composed of complementary professionals: sailors, scientists, engineers and journalists, in order to create the first autonomous vessel in the world to navigate the oceans using a mix of renewable energies and hydrogen produced on board from sea water.
Launched in 2017, this laboratory vessel has undertaken a 7-year expedition around the world with the aim of championing the sharing of knowledge and sustainable solutions for the future of our planet. She has also been used as a media platform, producing 13 documentary films broadcast on Canal+ and over 500 online videos to shine a spotlight on local innovations and sustainable solutions encountered all over the world.
Crew members of the Energy Observer will provide an overview of the vessel and share their journey with the Columbia community.
