All About Ocean Energy: Ages 15-18
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Since Antiquity, hydropower has been harvested from river currents and waterfalls. Today, there is growing interest in ocean energy, not just from the force of water (tides, currents, waves), but also from the of wind ( turbines). More complex technologies also exist that exploit the potential of ocean temperature differences, seawater properties and algae . Capturing the energy in oceans is a difficult process that involves a wide range of technologies and professions. Here is an overview of the different “blue energies”.
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How It Works: Ocean Energy
Wind, waves, currents and tides are powerful forces that agitate the seas and oceans, which make up 70% of the Earth’s surface. They contain vast renewable energy potential. Here is an overview of the current technologies.
Ocean energy challenges
Ocean energies cover the many ways of harnessing some of the power from the oceans and offshore wind. They are excellent sources of renewable energy and are almost inexhaustible. They are therefore a considerable asset in the energy transition and sustainable development. But tackling the marine environment is not an easy task, especially if we are to respect the environment and biodiversity.
Careers in Ocean Energy
Ocean energy, derived from the force of water and wind or the conversion of marine biomass, is a field where development is just getting started. A lot of techniques in the area are still in the experimental or prototype stage – which makes the related professions all the more exciting and promising.
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