fter a month-long journey from Switzerland, PlanetSolar II has finally reached its destination. Transported last week from the port of Matarani to the shores of Lake Titicaca in Puno, the solar-powered vessel was successfully launched into the world’s highest navigable lake. The occasion was marked by a moving official ceremony, celebrating both the start of...
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A magnificent and moving vernissage
The opening of the first German-language exhibition was a success. The PlanetSolar Foundation’s exhibition on solar pioneers and adventurers at Primeo Energie’s Kosmos space in Münchestein (BL) was a highlight. It was both magnificent and moving, as it brought together on April 16, 2024 several figures who have worked to develop solar-powered projects: Fred To,...
First Opening of Our Exhibition in German – This April 16 at 18:30 !
Le transport et le montage se sont bien déroulés: vous avez pu suivre l’opération en direct sur nos réseaux la semaine dernière. Notre exposition sur les pionniers et aventuriers du solaire est prête à être dévoilée au public pour la première fois en allemand. Le vernissage de cette première sortie de l’expo désormais en allemand...
PlanetSolar II christened and ready for the expedition on Lake Titicaca in 2025
PlanetSolar II was christened on Wednesday, May 22, in the port of Hauterive (NE), in front of a group of scientists, partners of the PlanetSolar Foundation, and friends of the eco-explorer Raphaël Domjan. This ceremony marked the launch of the solar and solidarity navigation and scientific missions project on Lake Titicaca, in Peru, scheduled for...
Inspiring visit from H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco
H.S.H Prince Albert II of Monaco honored us with his visit this Monday, September 4th. His dedication to sustainability and exploration is a source of inspiration for us all. We are proud of our partnership with the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation, and we eagerly anticipate our upcoming joint endeavors as we continue working...
Newsletter December 2021
The PlanetSolar Foundation wishes you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 2022 ! Discover below (in french only) our Newsletter in PDF – December 2021 Newsletter décembre 2021 (PDF)
PlanetSolar in Helvetia Durabilis
The RTS TV programm Helvetia Durabilis spoke about solar energy in its 8th episode with the title : de Sunenergy à PlanetSolar.
Pioneers in Solar Energy in Quartier LIbre, Geneva
From the first prototypes in the middle of the 20th century by passionate engineers, to the latest exploits of aviation and navigation to solar energy, an exceptional number of projects have emerged. The common dream? A mobility taking advantage of solar energy respectful of the environment. Discover these fabulous stories that bring together the pioneering...
Raphaël Domjan on Canal Alpha
Discover Raphaël Domjan on Canal Alpha, on 6 of August 2021
May 4, 2012, the first solar-powered round-the-world trip is completed
May 4, 2012 at 2:12 p.m. LT we cross the last line of longitude. The first solar-powered round-the-world trip is completed. What a magnificent adventure. Thanks to all our partners, to the entire PlanetSolar team and to all the people who helped us in our incredible adventure around the world.