AI solar boat cleans 2.5 million liters of river water daily
South Korean startup Ecopeace developed an AI-driven solar boat that cleans massive amounts of river water daily.
The company designed the Healing Boat as a smart water quality solution for lakes, reservoirs, and drinking supplies domestically and internationally.
True to its name, the Healing Boat is also a 360-degree platform for river viewing. As a result, people could relax in nature, which could promote their mental wellness.
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On December 13, Ecopeace CEO Chae-in Won revealed the Healing Boat during the CES 2025 Global Media Meetup.
South Korean news outlet AVING News hosted the event at the MIK Basecamp in Seoul.
The official Ecopeace website says the company designed the solar boat after natural pebbles for visual comfort.
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Artificial intelligence drives the Healing Boat and solar energy powers it. The system detects and filters contaminants from 2.5 million liters of water daily while avoiding obstacles.
Its occupants may also overtake the AI and steer the boat manually.
During the day, the solar boat ferries people on guided tours, providing a 30-minute exploration of local freshwater facilities.
It disseminates valuable information regarding nearby tourist resources through digital displays.
At night, Ecopeace says the Healing Boat can turn into a vibrant food truck street.
It will showcase dishes from renowned chefs and accommodate special events like fireworks displays.
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The Healing Boat will receive the CES Innovation Award for the Consumer Electronics Show’s Smart Cities category.
The official website says Ecopeace will receive the prestigious award in the CES exhibition in Las Vegas in January 2025.
Ecopeace has also developed smaller robots that filter between 100,000 to 500,000 liters of water daily.
As a result, the company will likely revolutionize the freshwater management sector by enhancing water quality worldwide.
The Philippines has also been cleaning its natural bodies of water.
For example, Inquirer Business reported in January 2024 that the San Miguel Corporation completed its ₱2 billion cleaning operation of the Pasig River.
