February 14, 2025

Tidal energy group awaits decision on project grant

Ocean Renewable Power Company’s TidGen Power System being tested in Maine last summer.

 

Learn more at https://www.kdll.org/local-news/2025-02-14/tidal-energy-group-awaits-decision-on-project-grant

December 26, 2024

The US’s easternmost city could become a model for a renewable energy future

The quest to make Eastport energy resilient has put the city at the forefront of Maine’s renewable energy transition and made it a leader in energy independence work for remote communities in the state and beyond.

 

Learn more at https://www.bostonglobe.com/2024/12/26/science/uss-easternmost-city-could-become-model-renewable-energy-future/

November 4, 2024

ORPC Ireland, Queen’s begin X-Flow project for hydrokinetic turbine testing

Deployment of CFRP turbine technology to Strangford Lough will provide insight into blade and rotor performance, predictive maintenance and grid-scale benefits of tidal energy using real tide conditions.

 

Learn more at https://www.compositesworld.com/news/orpc-ireland-queens-begin-x-flow-project-for-hydrokinetic-turbine-testing

November 1, 2024

Next Generation Marine Turbine Deployed At Strangford Lough

ORPC Ireland and Queen’s University Belfast (QUB) have announced the successful deployment and commencement of testing of a next generation marine hydrokinetic turbine at the Strangford Lough tidal test site.

 

Learn more at https://afloat.ie/marine-environment/power-from-the-sea/item/65240-next-generation-marine-turbine-deployed-at-strangford-lough

October 31, 2024

ORPC Ireland kicks off real-sea testing of tidal turbine in Northern Ireland

ORPC Ireland has deployed and started real-sea testing of a next-generation marine hydrokinetic turbine at Northern Ireland’s Strangford Lough tidal test site.

 

Learn more at https://www.offshore-energy.biz/orpc-ireland-kicks-off-real-sea-testing-of-tidal-turbine-in-northern-ireland/

August 28, 2024

ClimateBrief: Wave and Tidal Energy Could Help California Meet Its Clean Energy Goals

This summer, tidal and wave energy came out of the shadows when the California Energy Commission (CEC) held an August workshop on the topic. At the webinar, state government representatives surveyed the regulatory offices and funding to wave and tidal energy, and energy and environmental consultants presented on the sector’s potential.

 

Learn more at https://research.ceb.com/posts/climatebrief-wave-and-tidal-energy-could-help-california-meet-its-clean

August 12, 2024

Unlocking Alaska’s Water Power Potential

With its vast coastline, powerful tides, and abundant river systems, Alaska holds immense water power potential. As the state seeks sustainable energy solutions, water power could transform Alaska’s energy landscape.

 

Learn more at https://www.hydro.org/powerhouse/article/unlocking-alaskas-water-power-potential/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=rasa_io&utm_campaign=newsletter

August 6, 2024

Barragán, Bonamici Introduce Legislation to Jumpstart Marine Energy as a Clean Energy Solution

Representatives Nanette Barragán (CA-44) and Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01) introduced the Marine Energy Technologies Acceleration Act, legislation that would invest $1 billion to advance marine energy toward full scale commercialization.

 

Learn more at https://barragan.house.gov/2024/07/31/barragan-bonamici-introduce-legislation-to-jumpstart-marine-energy-as-a-clean-energy-solution/?