Taming sea energy: Leading marine renewable energy technologies

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to look at the UK's tidal and wave energy resources and the numerous technologies in this area.

Design/methodology/approach

The paper looks at the innovations in the UK's tidal and wave energy technology.

Findings

While the Government may have been slow in recognizing the potential of the UK's tidal and wave energy resources, this has not stopped the country's marine renewable energy sector becoming a world leader, and a “hotbed” for innovation. For instance, a major area of technology where the UK is among the world leaders is in tidal stream systems, and numerous technologies are at various stages of research, development and commercialization. The same is true for wave energy conversation, where again a number of UK companies are developing and delivering some of the world's most advanced systems.

Originality/value

The paper provides useful information on the innovations in marine renewable energy sector.

Citation

(2009), "Taming sea energy: Leading marine renewable energy technologies", Strategic Direction, Vol. 25 No. 1, pp. 34-36. https://doi.org/10.1108/02580540910921932