Marine Renewable Energies

Author : Mark A. Shields,Andrew I.L. Payne
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 182 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2014-02-12
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789401780025

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Marine Renewable Energy Technology and Environmental Interactions by Mark A. Shields,Andrew I.L. Payne Pdf

It is now widely recognized that there is a need for long-term secure and suitable sustainable forms of energy. Renewable energy from the marine environment, in particular renewable energy from tidal currents, wave and wind, can help achieve a sustainable energy future. Our understanding of environmental impacts and suitable mitigation methods associated with extracting renewable energy from the marine environment is improving all the time and it is essential that we be able to distinguish between natural and anthropocentric drivers and impacts. An overview of current understanding of the environmental implications of marine renewable energy technology is provided.

Author : Simon P. Neill,M Reza Hashemi
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2018-06-20
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780128104491

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Fundamentals of Ocean Renewable Energy by Simon P. Neill,M Reza Hashemi Pdf

Fundamentals of Ocean Renewable Energy: Generating Electricity from the Sea presents the basic concepts of mechanics and introduces the various technical aspects of ocean renewable energy. Contents follow a logical sequence, starting with hydrodynamics and then separately examining each conversion technology, with special focus on tidal energy, offshore wind and wave energy, as well as current and ocean thermal energy conversion (OTEC). The authors explore key topics for resource characterization and optimization, such as monitoring and measurement methods and ocean modeling. They also discuss the sustainability, planning, integration and distribution challenges for the implementation of these technologies, including co-location with other systems. Finally, case studies of ocean energy sites and devices allow for a better understanding of how ocean energy conversion works in real-world settings. This book is an invaluable resource for students at graduate and senior undergraduate level engineering (ocean, mechanical, and civil) and oceanography with prior knowledge of fluid mechanics and mechanics of materials. Presents the fundamental physics and theory behind ocean energy systems, covering both oceanographic and engineering aspects of ocean energy Explores the most widely adopted conversion technologies, including tidal, wave, offshore wind, ocean thermal and currents

Author : Zhaoqing Yang,Andrea Copping
Publisher : Springer
Page : 387 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2017-04-24
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783319535364

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Marine Renewable Energy by Zhaoqing Yang,Andrea Copping Pdf

This complete reference to marine renewable energy covers aspects of resource characterization and physical effects of harvesting the ocean’s vast and powerful resources—from wave and tidal stream to ocean current energy. Experts in each of these areas contribute their insights to provide a cohesive overview of the marine renewable energy spectrum based on theoretical, numerical modeling, and field-measurement approaches. They provide clear explanations of the underlying physics and mechanics, and give close consideration to practical implementation aspects, including impacts on the physical system. Engineers, researchers, and students alike will find invaluable tools and studies that will aid them in realizing significant sustainable energy production from near-shore and ocean environments.

Author : Institut français de recherche pour l'exploitation de la mer
Publisher : Editions Quae
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Marine resources
ISBN : 9782759201839

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Marine Renewable Energies by Institut français de recherche pour l'exploitation de la mer Pdf

Author : Bernard Multon
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 480 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2013-02-07
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781118603291

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Marine Renewable Energy Handbook by Bernard Multon Pdf

Marine renewable energy is a significant resource for generating electricity, and if some conversion technologies have already reached a certain level of maturity, others are emerging. The originality of this multidisciplinary book is to offer a broad spectrum of knowledge from academic and industry experts of various origins. It deals with general aspects such as the specificities and constraints of the marine environment, the concepts of hydrodynamics and ocean engineering, as well as the industrial and economic sides necessary for the assembly of projects. It also discusses conversion technologies such as offshore wind, tidal power plants, tidal stream turbines, wave energy converters and ocean thermal energy plants. Finally, two chapters are devoted to power electronic conversion and power transmission cables.

Author : Eugen Rusu,Vengatesan Venugopal
Publisher : MDPI
Page : 371 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2019-02-11
Category : Environmental engineering
ISBN : 9783038975922

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Offshore Renewable Energy: Ocean Waves, Tides and Offshore Wind by Eugen Rusu,Vengatesan Venugopal Pdf

This book is a printed edition of the Special Issue "Offshore Renewable Energy: Ocean Waves, Tides and Offshore Wind" that was published in Energies

Author : Katherine L. Yates,Corey J. A. Bradshaw
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2018-03-29
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781317356424

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Offshore Energy and Marine Spatial Planning by Katherine L. Yates,Corey J. A. Bradshaw Pdf

The generation of offshore energy is a rapidly growing sector, competing for space in an already busy seascape. This book brings together the ecological, economic, and social implications of the spatial conflict this growth entails. Covering all energy-generation types (wind, wave, tidal, oil, and gas), it explores the direct and indirect impacts the growth of offshore energy generation has on both the marine environment and the existing uses of marine space. Chapters explore main issues associated with offshore energy, such as the displacement of existing activities and the negative impacts it can have on marine species and ecosystems. Chapters also discuss how the growth of offshore energy generation presents new opportunities for collaboration and co-location with other sectors, for example, the co-location of wild-capture fisheries and wind farms. The book integrates these issues and opportunities, and demonstrates the importance of holistic marine spatial planning for optimising the location of offshore energy-generation sites. It highlights the importance of stakeholder engagement in these planning processes and the role of integrated governance, with illustrative case studies from the United States, United Kingdom, northern Europe, and the Mediterranean. It also discusses trade-off analysis and decision theory and provides a range of tools and best practices to inform future planning processes.

Author : Glen Wright,Sandy Kerr,Kate Johnson
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2017-12-14
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781317211389

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Ocean Energy by Glen Wright,Sandy Kerr,Kate Johnson Pdf

Energy from wave and tidal power is a key component of current policies for renewable sources of energy. This book provides the first comprehensive exploration of legal, economic, and social issues related to the emerging ocean energy industry, in particular wave and tidal energy technologies. This industry is rapidly developing, and considerable technical literature has developed around the technology. However, it is shown that challenges relating to regulation and policy are major impediments to industry development, and these aspects have not previously been sufficiently highlighted and studied. The book informs policymakers, industry participants, and researchers of the key issues in this developing field. Ocean energy is considered in the context of the blue economy and an industrialising ocean, and the topics covered include: development of policy (policy instruments, risk and delay in technology development); legal aspects (consenting processes, resource management, impact assessment); human interactions (conflicts, consultation, community benefits); and spatial planning of the marine environment. While offshore wind energy, sited in the oceans but not strictly derived from the ocean, is not the primary focus of the book, there is also discussion of the similarities and differences between offshore wind and wave and tidal power policy dimensions.

Author : Adam Westwood
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 185617462X

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Refocus Marine Renewable Energy Report by Adam Westwood Pdf

Forecasts future activity in the marine renewables sectors of offshore wind, wave and tidal energy. Written by leading energy industry analysts, the models used in forecasting use realistic costing, based on actual project costs.

Author : Mohamed Benbouzid,Yassine Amirat,Elhoussin Elbouchikhi
Publisher : MDPI
Page : 174 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2020-03-05
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783039282784

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Marine Tidal and Wave Energy Converters by Mohamed Benbouzid,Yassine Amirat,Elhoussin Elbouchikhi Pdf

The worldwide potential of electric power generation from marine tidal currents, waves, or offshore winds is enormous. The high load factor resulting from the fluid properties and the predictable resource characteristics make tidal and wave energy resources attractive and advantageous for power generation and advantageous when compared to other renewable energies. The technologies are just beginning to reach technical and economic viability to make them potential commercial power sources in the near future. While only a few small projects currently exist, the technology is advancing rapidly and has huge potential for generating bulk power. Moreover, international treaties related to climate control and dwindling fossil fuel resources have encouraged us to harness energy sustainably from such marine renewable sources. Several demonstrative projects have been scheduled to capture tidal and wave energies. A number of these projects have now reached a relatively mature stage and are close to completion. However, very little is known to the academic world about these technologies beyond the basics of their energy conversion principles. While research emphasis is more towards hydrodynamics and turbine design, very limited activities are witnessed in power conversion interface, control, and power quality aspects. Regarding this emerging and promising area of research, this book aims to present recent results, serving to promote successful marine renewable energies integration to the grid or to standalone microgrids.

Author : Lucy Greenhill,John G. Day,Adam D. Hughes,Michele S. Stanley
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 66 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : UCSD:31822044003911

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Marine Renewable Energy by Lucy Greenhill,John G. Day,Adam D. Hughes,Michele S. Stanley Pdf

This fourth volume in the Commonwealth Blue Economy Series, Marine Renewable Energy, explores the potential for the development of the blue economy by providing a high-level review of actions needed to progress marine renewable energy generation in SIDS. Renewable energy is a key component of enabling sustainable development through the decarbonisation of economies and is being progressed in nations globally. Whereas onshore technologies (e.g. solar and wind) are achieving commercial success, most marine technologies remain in the early phases of development. Successful MRE deployment is dependent on critical factors such as available energy resource, indigenous skills (including institutional capacity and skilled labour), supportive policy and effective regulatory frameworks. The recommendations made in this book provide a guide for action, emphasising the need for integration at national level, between sectors and policies, and for co-ordination between targeted local studies and collaborative global action.

Author : Eugen Rusu
Publisher : MDPI
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2020-03-25
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783039285280

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Renewable Energy in Marine Environment by Eugen Rusu Pdf

The effects of human-caused global warming are obvious, requiring new strategies and approaches. The concept of business-as-usual is now no longer beneficial. Extraction of renewable energy in marine environments represents a viable solution and an important path for the future. These huge renewable energy resources in seas and oceans can be harvested, including wind, tide, and waves. Despite the initial difficulties related mostly to the elevated operational risks in the harsh marine environment, newly developed technologies are economically effective or promising. Simultaneously, many challenges remain to be faced. These are the main issues targeted by the present book, which is associated with the Special Issue of Energies Journal entitled “Renewable Energy in Marine Environment”. Papers on innovative technical developments, reviews, case studies, and analytics, as well as assessments, and papers from different disciplines that are relevant to the topic are included. From this perspective, we hope that the results presented are of interest to for scientists and those in related fields such as energy and marine environments, as well as for a wider audience.

Author : Simone Bastianoni,Markos Damasiotis,Caterina Praticò,Riccardo Maria Pulselli
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 153 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2021-01-25
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9782889664245

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Perspectives for Marine Energy in the Mediterranean Area by Simone Bastianoni,Markos Damasiotis,Caterina Praticò,Riccardo Maria Pulselli Pdf

Author : Deborah Greaves,Gregorio Iglesias
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 713 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2018-07-23
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781119014447

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Wave and Tidal Energy by Deborah Greaves,Gregorio Iglesias Pdf

A comprehensive text covering all aspects of wave and tidal energy Wave and Tidal Energy provides a comprehensive and self-contained review of the developing marine renewable energy sector, drawing from the latest research and from the experience of device testing. The book has a twofold objective: to provide an overview of wave and tidal energy suitable for newcomers to the field and to serve as a reference text for advanced study and practice. Including detail on key issues such as resource characterisation, wave and tidal technology, power systems, numerical and physical modelling, environmental impact and policy. The book also includes an up-to-date review of developments worldwide and case studies of selected projects. Key features: A comprehensive and self-contained text covering all aspects of the multidisciplinary fields of wave and tidal energy. Draws upon the latest research in wave and tidal energy and the experience of leading practitioners in numerical and laboratory modelling. Regional developments worldwide are reviewed and representative projects are presented as case studies. Wave and Tidal Energy is an invaluable resource to a wide range of readers, from engineering students to technical managers and policymakers to postgraduate students and researchers.

Author : Domenico P. Coiro,Tonio Sant
Publisher : Energy Engineering
Page : 480 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2019-09
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781785617669

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Renewable Energy from the Oceans by Domenico P. Coiro,Tonio Sant Pdf

Covering technology, modeling, field experience, installation and grid connection, this text offers a high-level technical overview of ocean renewable energy generation. It examines wave, tidal, current, salinity, and thermal energy generation and includes the novel technology of marine solar arrays.