Rowing BC embarked on a pilot study of electric motors during which multiple electric outboard motors were tested in real-life rowing scenarios across the province. This study provided clubs with objective, relevant and easily accessible information on cost, performance and user-experience gathered in real world situations helping to make informed purchasing decisions. It also increased awareness of the benefits and feasibility of electric outboards.
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Project Resources
Understanding Electric Outboards ~ An introduction to electric outboards including an overview of benefits, components, performance and charging, maintenance, safety and costs.
Going Electric Handbook ~ Includes more detailed information on electric outboards – benefits, uses, configurations and components, power, batteries, charging, safety, maintenance, and cost – illustrated with examples from the Row Electric pilot project.
Small Marine Outboard Electrification: Insights and Recommendations from the Row Electric Pilot ~ A summary of barriers to, and drivers of, adoption of electric outboards and recommended actions for how to support and accelerate adoption, based on the Row Electric experience and input from a focus group of marine professionals and boaters.
Electric Outboard Systems: Motors and Electric Outboard Systems: Batteries & Chargers ~ A table listing electric outboard motors larger than 5kW, with key specifications and information on batteries and chargers.