The Solar1 Monte-Carlo Cup 2014 hosted competition on July 10-12 for boats powered by the sun on the open sea in the Mediterranean. Three days of festivities attracted 25 teams from international universities, mainly northern Europe and the United States. The futuristic vessels designed and built by these young engineers competed in a fleet race, slalom races and one-on-one challenges in front of the Principality, watched with great interest by passers-by and Yacht Club Monaco members. Details: www.solar1races.com