Eco Wave Power confirmed the allocation and formalization of land use for its project at Suao Port, Taiwan, a key step for the implementation of its wave energy generation technology.
Wave Energy Project in Taiwan with Key Contract
Firstly, the company’s local partner, I-Ke International Ocean Energy, signed a land lease agreement with the Suao Port Authority in December 2025. This agreement includes an initial five-year period with an option for extension, ensuring stability for the project’s subsequent phases.
Likewise, the contract stipulates that the transfer of land use rights must be completed by March 2026. Port operating permits are expected to be ready by October of the same year, defining a clear regulatory roadmap.
Taiwan Bets on Wave Energy
Furthermore, the project aligns with Taiwan’s energy strategy, which seeks to diversify its energy mix through renewable sources. In this context, wave energy emerges as an alternative capable of integrating into existing port infrastructures.
The company highlights that Suao Port offers suitable conditions for testing marine energy solutions in a controlled, grid-connected environment.
A 100 kW Pilot Installation
Regarding the technical scope, the plan includes the installation of a 100 kW land-based wave energy conversion unit. This will be one of the first implementations of its kind in Taiwan.
The assigned test area covers 6.75 hectares on the port’s south breakwater, divided into three zones. I-Ke obtained exclusive rights to Zone C after a competitive process concluded in 2025.
Strategic Expansion in Asia-Pacific
Additionally, this advancement strengthens Eco Wave Power’s presence in the Asia-Pacific region, considered a priority for marine energy growth. The company already has projects in Europe, the United States, and new developments in India and Portugal.
According to company management, the goal is to demonstrate the viability of locally manufactured wave energy systems adapted to different markets.
Integration with Existing Port Infrastructure
Finally, one of the project’s distinguishing elements is its focus on land-based solutions. Eco Wave Power’s technology allows systems to be installed on existing port structures, reducing costs and simplifying connection to the electrical grid.
This model aims to accelerate the adoption of wave energy as a complementary source within the global renewable mix.
Source and photo: Eco Wave Power