WHY WAVE ENERGY?
At WaveGen Energy, we are inspired by technologies that promise to revolutionize energy production. Our approach goes beyond merely pushing the boundaries of innovation—we seek to harness advancements in technology to redefine the very structure of the energy market.
The Transformative Power of Renewable Energy
Solar and wind energy are often cited as revolutionary inventions. By shifting energy production towards renewables, these technologies have transformed societies:
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Increased access to electricity has powered progress in remote areas.
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Reduced carbon footprints have mitigated environmental impacts.
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Restructured societies, promoting decentralization and sustainability.
Wave energy represents the next frontier in this transformation. Our oceans, covering over 70% of the planet, hold immense untapped potential. Harnessing wave energy can complement solar and wind power to create a more balanced and reliable renewable energy ecosystem.
The WaveGen Advantage
Our patented WaveGen Energy Device delivers unmatched performance and versatility:
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Size: Each device is 14 meters wide.
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Power Output: Generates 100 kWh of electricity.
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Scalability: A 30-device installation can produce 3 MW of power, capable of powering coastal communities and metro cities alike.
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Coastal Protection: The devices act as wave breakers, safeguarding 500 meters of coastline.
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Desalination: Each device can desalinate 33,000 litres of seawater per hour, meeting both electricity and water needs for coastal and urban areas.
Revolutionizing Coastal Sustainability
By combining renewable energy generation, water desalination, and coastal protection, WaveGen Energy aims to provide holistic solutions for India’s growing energy and water demands, especially in coastal areas.
India's Coastal Cities: Electricity and Water Demands
Here’s a snapshot of major Indian coastal cities and their estimated daily electricity and water consumption:
Note: The electricity and water demands are approximate and vary based on population growth, urbanization, and seasonal factors.
WaveGen Energy aims to address these demands sustainably, ensuring energy security and fresh water for millions, while protecting our coastlines from erosion and rising sea levels.
The Global and Indian Perspective
At WaveGen Energy, we believe in leveraging nature's most abundant and powerful forces to revolutionize energy production. Among renewable resources, wave energy stands out for its immense potential and efficiency.
The Ocean’s Power as a Renewable Energy Source
Earth's oceans act as a natural circulatory system, regulating temperatures, CO₂ levels, and providing a sustainable environment for life. Waves, generated by weather variations in heat and pressure, carry enormous energy potential. With water being 1000 times denser than air, wave energy offers significantly higher energy flux densities, making it possible to extract substantial power with relatively compact devices.
Globally, wave energy could produce up to 32,000 TWh of electricity annually, which is more than twice the total energy generated worldwide today. By utilizing just 2% of the world's 800,000 kilometers of coastline with wave power densities exceeding 30 kW/m, the global wave energy potential is estimated at 500 GW, according to the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA).
Wave Energy in India
India's vast coastline, stretching over 7,500 kilometers, presents a massive opportunity for wave energy development. With high-energy wave sites close to densely populated coastal regions, wave energy can contribute significantly to meeting the country’s growing energy demand sustainably. Additionally, India's energy mix can benefit from wave power’s reliability and efficiency, especially as technologies like ours achieve a Capacity Utilization Factor (CUF) of 55%, the highest in wave energy systems.
Mapping the Global Wave Energy Potential
Wave energy availability varies globally, with coastal regions having varying energy densities measured in kilowatts per meter (kW/m). For example:
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Northern European coastlines, South America, and parts of Australia see wave power densities exceeding 40 kW/m.
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India’s western coastline and parts of Southeast Asia have wave energy potential that remains largely untapped.
Shaping the Future of Renewable Energy
Wave energy, with its high reliability and minimal environmental impact, is a critical part of the renewable energy landscape. At WaveGen Energy, we are committed to pioneering technologies that unlock this potential and create a sustainable, energy-secure future for India and the world.
