A review of the technologies for wave energy extraction. Issue 1 (7th March 2018)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Rusu, Eugen; Onea, Florin
• Is Part Of: Clean energy. Volume 2:Issue 1(2018)
• Page Start: 10
• Page End: 19
• Publication Date: 2018-03-07
• Subjects: wave power -- wave energy converters -- capacity factor -- capture width -- hybrid solutions; Clean energy -- Periodicals; Energy industries -- Periodicals; Renewable energy sources -- Periodicals; Carbon dioxide mitigation -- Periodicals; Green technology -- Periodicals; Carbon dioxide mitigation; Clean energy; Energy industries; Green technology; Renewable energy sources; Electronic journals; Periodicals
• DOI: 10.1093/ce/zky003
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2515-396X

Abstract

Abstract: The main objective of this article is to provide a comprehensive picture of existing wave technologies being used for wave energy extraction. The overview will explain their potential and also the challenges wave technologies face. The article will also briefly discuss the benefits of combined offshore wind-wave projects, also known as hybrids. Key factors and impacts on relevant existing wave technologies will be outlined, including capacity factor and capture width. Finally the levelized cost of energy (LCOE) targets for the most promising technologies will be discussed.