The theoretical potential for the use of ocean energy in Germany is low in comparison to other locations worldwide and to German objectives for the expansion of renewable energy in the country’s power generation system.
This is the conclusion of a study by Ecofys for the German Ministry for the Environment carried out two years ago but recently published. The potential associated with tidal ranges and ocean wave and ocean current power appears to facilitate smaller-scale applications for technology testing purposes at individual locations. The study also found that technologies tested in German waters would have limited potential for export.
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Offshore WIND staff, July 30, 2012; Image: ecofys