Dutch company Slow Mill Sustainable Power has marked a milestone in the renewable energy industry by generating electricity offshore using its wave energy converter . This test, carried out in the North Sea, validates the efficiency of this technology and reinforces its role in the energy transition alongside offshore wind energy .
A successful test off the Dutch coast
Slow Mill’s wave energy converter has been tested off the coast of Scheveningen, The Hague. Unlike other similar systems, this patented technology is designed to harness the moderate waves of the North Sea and convert them into a reliable source of renewable electricity.
This offshore test was crucial for us. After 6 years of development, we have finally proven that our technology works. It was a fascinating moment. I cannot stress how important this is for the Dutch offshore energy industry. Now, the way is open for further expansion. A wave energy park combined with an offshore wind farm is our next milestone. We believe that by 2032 we will be able to cover 10% of the Dutch offshore energy ambitions.
Said managing director Erwin Meijboom.
Advantages of wave energy
Wave energy is emerging as a key solution to complement electricity generation from renewable sources. Unlike wind and solar, which depend on specific weather conditions, wave energy offers a continuous supply . This feature makes it a strategic option to ensure the stability of the electricity grid.
Expansion and future goals
Slow Mill’s next step is to scale up its technology to wave energy parks operating alongside offshore wind farms. The company’s goal is for wave energy to account for 10% of the Netherlands’ offshore electricity capacity by 2032. It is also looking at applications in regions with a high dependence on fossil fuels and on islands requiring an autonomous energy supply.
The North Sea test represents a step forward in the integration of renewable energy in marine environments. With innovations like this, the potential of the oceans as a sustainable energy source continues to gain relevance in the global landscape.
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