Video: Harnessing the Waves
Video: Harnessing the Waves
Wave power systems are just beginning to be deployed, but their potential is great in a decarbonized world.
Wave energy systems lag behind in development of other alternative energy sources. Wind-powered systems are the fastest growing generator of renewable energy. But wave systems have their place as society begins to decarbonize. Watch this video to see some of the developments in wave-powered electrical generation.
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