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Google Co-Founder's Yacht Drains Power of 800 Homes
12 Feb
Summary
- The megayacht uses electricity equivalent to 800 homes daily.
- Daily electricity costs for the yacht exceed $8,600.
- Superyachts contribute to noise and light pollution impacting marine life.
The $450 million megayacht Dragonfly, owned by Google co-founder Sergey Brin, has drawn attention for its staggering daily energy consumption. While docked in Miami Beach for Art Basel 2025, the 466-foot vessel consumed electricity comparable to approximately 800 average Florida homes.
On a heavy operational day, Dragonfly can use an estimated 28,800 kilowatt-hours. This usage results in an estimated daily electricity cost of $8,640. The yacht operates on a hybrid diesel-electric system, but this does not negate its substantial environmental footprint.
Beyond energy, superyachts like Dragonfly contribute to other environmental issues. They release wastewater, generate plastic waste, and cause noise pollution that can disrupt marine life communication and pose health risks to humans.
