Tag Archives: Wave Power

Renewable Sources of Power Survive, but in a Patchwork

JUST a few years ago, the future of renewable energy looked as bright and shiny as a white turbine blade coming out of the mold. The federal government was handing out money under the stimulus package, states were approving clean … Continue reading

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£20m wave energy competition unveiled

The prize money will be shared between two winners, who will develop the first wave and tidal devices to sit in array formation Marine energy companies such as Pelamis, the manufacturer of this wave ‘snake’, could win a share of … Continue reading

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Ignacio Galán: We need balanced and honest debate over future energy supplies

It seems few things arouse passions these days like energy and how it affects us all. And so it should – it’s imperative that we have an honest and balanced debate on energy policy so that we take the right … Continue reading

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Ocean waves power a prototype generator in Newport Beach

After testing their wave-powered turbine near the Wedge, the entrepreneurs behind Green Wave Energy Corp. want Newport Beach officials’ permission to set up a more permanent trial. Waves crash at the Wedge, a Newport Beach spot famous for its big … Continue reading

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Wind farms and biomass plants to keep key Government subsidies

Developers of offshore wind and biomass plants expressed relief after the Government said it would maintain their subsidies. Offshore wind farms will still receive the same support of two ROCs Photo: Alamy Ministers have been reviewing renewable obligation certificates (ROCs), … Continue reading

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Wave power excites as next energy source

With fear over nuclear power running high and concerns mounting over global warming, ocean waves have been attracting attention as a source of natural energy. Channeling: A navigational buoy with wave-powered lights floats about 1 km offshore from the city … Continue reading

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