The impact of global sea-level rise on tides might affect tidal energy decisions
According to a study conducted by the National Oceanography Centre (NOC), the University of Southampton and Deltares, the impact of global sea-level rise on tides has inferences on future coastal flood risk, harbor management, and the long-term planning of tidal energy sites.
MaRINET2 project granted 1.3 million euros for ocean energy development
Thirty four ocean energy technology development teams were awarded with €1.3 million to test their devices on MaRINET2 project’s facilities as well as in real sea conditions.
Scotrenewables SR2000 tidal turbine generates over 18MWh of energy within a 24-hour testing period
Image: Scotrenewables
After reaching its full-rated capacity of 2MW in April 2017, Scotrenewables SR2000 tidal turbine clocked over 18MWh of tidal power generation in 24 hours. The turbine is installed at the European Marine Energy Centre (EMEC), a tidal test site in Orkney, Scotland.
MaRINET2 open calls for offshore developers to gain free access to test facilities
The Marine Renewables Infrastructure Network (MaRINET2) is calling for applications from offshore technology developers to have free access to testing and research infrastructure. Test sites includes wave, offshore wind, electrical/grid integration, tidal and cross-cutting.
Ocean Energy Europe declares that 337GW of ocean energy capacity could be deployed around the world by 2050
Source: DCNS Energies
Ocean Energy Europe (OEE) has recently released a study indicating that 337GW of ocean energy capacity could be deployed by 2050. Europe would be responsible for almost a third of this capacity (100GW).