How do Sailing Cargo Ships Work?

Cargo ships are starting to use sails for propulsion rather than traditional engines... but why?
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Written by Lucas L

[@concordegaming5037]

**sea shanties intensify**

[@avengence4600]

Well crap, I guess no one’s getting FED, (we’re still using fucking engines) 🗿

[@DarisT-qc1fw]

They won't change unless there's money involved, of course.

[@nasunabi]

dude 30% is substantial