Ocean Energy
What is ocean energy?
Ocean energy is a limitless, indigenous source of power, right on our doorstep.
Ocean energy technologies exploit the power of tides and waves, as well as differences in sea temperatures and salinity, to produce electricity.
Developing ocean energy will bring huge economic benefits, creating jobs in Europe, and leading a huge global export market.
Its predictability makes it an ideal balancing partner for wind and solar and it has little or no environmental impact.
- 15 Publicly-supported farms in the next 5 years
- 10% of Europe’s current electricity demand produced by 2050
- 400,00 jobs created by 2050
Why ocean energy matters
6 top benefits
The time is now
15 publicly-supported farms are slated for deployment over the next 5 years. With a total capacity of 165 MW, they will kickstart a new European industrial success story.
Made in Europe
Ocean energy devices are developed, built and assembled in Europe, close to the areas where they will be installed. This new industry is on track to create 400.000 jobs in Europe by 2050.
Powering Europe
Ocean energy can provide 10% of Europe’s electricity demand by 2050. This is homegrown renewable energy, from Europe for Europe.
Reliable energy
Ocean energy is predictable and produces at different times than wind & solar. This makes it an essential partner to other renewables, for an emission-free European energy system.
Invisible power
Ocean energy leaves the landscape untouched. Ocean energy devices are fully submerged or invisible from the coast. They also need a lot less space than other offshore renewables.
Safe for oceans
All research shows that ocean energy has no significant impact on the environment. The impact of every ocean energy project is monitored closely to ensure that it stays environmentally friendly.
