Assessing offshore renewable energy technologies based on natural conditions and site characteristics

• Type: Article in International Conference Proceedings Book
• Date: 2015

Authors

Wimmler, C (Author) Other; Hejazi, G (Author) Other; De Oliveira Fernandes, E (Author) Other; C. L. Moreira (Author) FEUP; Connors, S (Author) Other

Conference proceedings International

Title: Renewable Energies Offshore

Pages: 129-136

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Scopus - 1 Citation

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Authenticus ID: P-00K-1C3

Abstract (EN): In the decades to come spatial limitation poses a major challenge for islands, especially where tourism dominates and many heritage and natural conservation sites exist. Simultaneously, alternatives to lower energy import dependency are sought. Since onshore technologies are confronted by spatial limitation, the focus might shift towards integrating offshore technologies. Although most of those technologies lack market maturity, the benefit to be installed (far) off the coast is immense. Yet, it is a challenge to select the most appropriate technology for any given site location. Thereby, it is not pre-dominantly a matter of economic and environmental concerns, rather than an assessment of site conditions and resource characteristics. A set of indicators for, both, conditions and characteristics has been established that allows pre-selecting and comparing the suitability of various offshore technologies. Hence, energy planners will be able to select from the most appropriate technologies when planning for a sustainable future. © 2015 Taylor & Francis Group, London.

Language: English

Type (Professor's evaluation): Scientific