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Eco Wave Power Global is set to launch the first wave energy generation plant at the Port of Los Angeles. The plant aims to harness ocean wave energy to produce 100 kilowatts of electricity, enough to power over 50 homes. By utilizing an innovative coastline-based system, Eco Wave Power avoids the environmental impact of traditional seabed-anchored projects. Supported by Shell plc, the facility will showcase wave energy technology and contribute to renewable energy efforts in the United States, potentially paving the way for wider adoption in coastal regions.
Los Angeles – Eco Wave Power Global, an Israeli wave energy firm, is preparing to launch the nation’s first wave energy generation plant at the Port of Los Angeles. This landmark facility will be located at the AltaSea ocean institute’s campus and aims to harness the kinetic energy produced by ocean waves to generate electricity.
The demonstration plant is expected to produce 100 kilowatts of electricity, sufficient to power over 50 single-family homes. The innovative technology employed by Eco Wave Power consists of two primary components: massive floaters and an energy conversion unit. The floaters, which are anchored to a shoreline fixture, move up and down with wave motions. This movement activates pistons that transfer kinetic energy to the energy conversion unit, which then converts that energy into usable electricity for the power grid.
Unlike many other wave energy projects that are typically anchored to the seabed and use extensive piping to connect to the shore, Eco Wave Power’s system is coastline-based. This methodology has less impact on marine environments—a concern that has been raised regarding traditional seabed-anchored projects. This differing approach positions Eco Wave as a more environmentally friendly alternative in the growing wave energy sector.
The installation of the floaters and the energy conversion unit took place last month and involved collaboration with two local contractors: C&S Welding Inc. and All-Ways Metal. C&S Welding is a family-owned marine contractor based in Wilmington, while All-Ways Metal, a woman-owned fabrication company located in Gardena, manufactured the floaters for the project.
Backing the initiative is Shell plc, a London-based oil giant that has financially supported Eco Wave Power Global’s marine renewable program throughout much of the construction and installation phases. However, the specific amount of funding that Shell has provided remains undisclosed.
This project aims to showcase wave energy technology to local, state, and national energy regulatory decision-makers. It not only highlights the potential for harnessing renewable energy from ocean waves but also contributes valuable data to Eco Wave Power’s database on wave energy generation. The company is already operating another study project in Israel and has plans for future deployments in countries including India, Portugal, and Taiwan.
The launch of this wave energy generation plant marks a significant milestone in the pursuit of renewable energy sources in the United States, as it introduces a novel method of energy production that is expected to align with environmental protection efforts. By serving as a pilot project, it may pave the way for broader adoption of wave energy technologies across coastal regions in the future.
As the nation increasingly seeks sustainable solutions to meeting its energy demands, Eco Wave Power’s innovative technology and commitment to minimizing environmental impact could play a vital role in shaping the future of renewable energy in America.
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