Powering our future : the crucial role of marine renewables
Energy is the engine of our modern society, but the way we produce it has a profound impact on our planet. As environmental challenges and climate change concerns become increasingly pressing, it is crucial to explore cleaner and sustainable energy sources. Among these sources, marine renewable energy is emerging as a promising response to our quest for a more environmentally friendly future. They include various technologies aimed at exploiting the energy potential of the oceans and seas. Among the main renewable marine energy sources are wave energy, tidal energy, sea thermal energy, and of course, offshore wind energy.
Marine renewable energy sources play a crucial role in the transition to a more sustainable energy future. By producing very little or no carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions during their use, they contribute significantly to climate change mitigation by reducing our dependence on fossil fuels, which are the main responsible for greenhouse gas emissions. With more than 70% of the Earth's surface covered by the oceans, these renewable energies represent a considerable energy potential, thus offering a unique opportunity to diversify our energy mix. In addition, the possibility of setting up these facilities near coastal areas strengthens countries energy security by reducing their dependence on fuel imports, while stimulating economic growth and the creation of local jobs.
“Renewable energy from the seas can be harnessed by a great variety of technologies, making it a cornerstone of the clean energy transition.”
-European Comission
Offshore renewable energy is positioned as an essential pillar in the global energy transition. By exploiting the power of winds and waves on the high seas, it offers a clean and inexhaustible source of energy. Offshore wind farms, in particular, have become emblematic of this transformation, providing a significant amount of clean and renewable electricity. Offshore wind energy is attracting growing global interest due to its immense potential in terms of capacity and reduced technological costs. A concrete example of this craze is manifested through the European Union's strategy for offshore renewable energy. This ambitious strategy aims to increase Europe's offshore wind capacity, from 12 GW currently to a minimum of 60 GW by 2030, and to 300 GW by 2050. This initiative demonstrates confidence in offshore wind energy as an essential component of the transition to a more sustainable energy future.
"Harnessing the power of the ocean is not just an option; it's a necessity. Offshore renewables are a beacon of hope for a planet in crisis."
- Greenpeace
KEYSEAOBS, as a startup focused on marine technologies, is committed to supporting this transition by developing innovative solutions for the offshore wind energy sector. Our recent victory in the Copernicus call for projects is a testimony of our determination and expertise in the field of marine mapping. To carry out this complete environmental mapping project of marine spaces conducive to the establishment of offshore wind farms, we are proud to build a partnership with RWE, one of the world's leading renewable energy players. Accurate multidimensional mapping of marine spaces is essential to ensure optimal planning of offshore wind farms. Our teams mobilize state of the art geo-analytics and AI to make it possible. In this respect, our technology allows immediate identification of the most productive areas for future offshore energy fields, while minimizing both their environmental and economic impacts on their surroundings.
The manner in which we generate energy is pivotal to the fate of our planet. Urgent environmental concerns and the looming specter of climate change demand that we reevaluate our energy choices. It also demands that we find space for these new technologies and plan their introduction in a comprehensive and inclusive manner that guarantees their sustainability. In this realm of sustainability, marine renewable energies may emerge as a beacon of hope. The responsibility now rests upon our shoulders to tap into these resources responsibly and create a meaningful, positive impact.
Let's collaborate together for the creation of an offshore wind farm. Together, let's accelerate the energy transition!
