EV Magazine July 2023 | Page 34

COVER STORY

COVER STORY

also supports long-standing projects with results remaining long after the season closes .
“ Carlos Duarte involved two global universities to assess our impact , including emissions , noise , and also wave generation , because there are some places in the world that are very much affected by the wave generation of boats ,” says Basso .
“ This has an impact on coastal erosion . So , we are waiting for the result of this assessment carried out over the past month . We will know more and be able to improve as we go .”
From a commercial perspective , E1 Series is committed to the support of those local to its racing venues , which is also a major component of its legacy initiative that will incorporate local talent and businesses in making the events happen . Attracting people to the races , Basso and the team hope to boost the local economic activities in these areas and create awareness around projects that can be executed to protect local marine life .
Beyond the work taking place on the ground , influence comes as a double-edged sword , with one pointing towards area development while the other creates an influx of awareness within the boating industry ,
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