These are the formative years of a West Coast wave energy industry, and scientists are working with businesses, communities and policymakers to gather environmental data, test new technologies and consider the options. Their work is coordinated through the Northwest National Marine Renewable Energy Center (NNMREC), a partnership between Oregon State University and the University of [...]
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February 21, 2012
Taking stock of wave energy
Researchers make preparations for an emerging industry
January 19, 2011
Balance of Power
OSU helps forge national marine energy policy
By Kate Sinner, Director of Federal Relations Renewable ocean wave energy seems like a natural. It promises jobs for Oregon and carbon-free power for the nation. It can reduce our dependence on foreign oil and contribute to economic development. But before we can realize that potential, we need to be careful to find a balance. [...]
October 30, 2010
Power Wave
Thanks to a partnership between the U.S. Department of Energy, Oregon State University and the private sector, wave energy is moving out of the lab and into the ocean. And none too soon. In the race for carbon-free sources of electricity, this one may make a real difference for Oregon and the nation. There are [...]
January 23, 2009
Lessons from the Magic Planet
Researchers are engaging the curious in meaningful inquiry
Researchers are engaging the curious in meaningful inquiry
April 23, 2006
Sea Power
OSU engineers are working with coastal communities to tap offshore energy.
OSU electrical engineers Annette von Jouanne and Alan Wallace and their students are developing innovative wave energy devices. Their plan to create a wave energy research park near Reedsport, Oregon, brings hope to a community hit hard by economic decline.
