Facts

Get a deeper look at the marine renewable energy technologies.

Why Marine Renewable Energy?

Most of our planet is covered in moving water – and all that movement contains energy. Oceans, tides, rivers, and…

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Image source: Atlantic Canada Bulk Terminal

Markets and Opportunities

Canada is exceptionally well positioned to become a global leader in marine renewable energy. With vast natural resources, world-class research…

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In the Community

Canada’s oceans are busier than ever – moving goods between countries, providing food and jobs, and supporting new opportunities for…

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Environment

Did you know that about one in every three breaths we take is made possible by the ocean? Or that…

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Offshore Wind Energy

What is Offshore Wind Energy? Offshore wind energy is a way to produce electricity using large wind turbines placed in…

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Image source: Orbital Marine Power

Tidal Energy

What is Tidal Energy? Tidal energy generates electricity from the natural rise and fall of ocean tides. Turbines are placed…

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Image source: Pacific Regional Institute for Marine Energy Discovery (PRIMED) wave energy research for Mowachaht/Muchalaht First Nation (MMFN), British Columbia (2021)

Wave Energy

What is Wave Energy? Wave energy generates electricity by capturing the movement of ocean waves, which form as wind blows…

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Image source: RivGen Power System, ORPC

River Current Energy 

What is River Current Energy? River current energy is a method of generating electricity by harnessing the natural flow of…

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