Amid other potential fuels, wind propulsion made its pitch at the Connecticut Maritime Association conference on Wednesday.
During a panel on alternative fuels, Magnuss Corp chief executive James Rhodes said wind power was the only alternative power system providing a return on investment for its users.
“The type of savings you see in this market, depending on the wind and the route, can be as high as 50%,” said Rhodes, whose company has developed a rotor sail.
