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New Scottish Wave Energy Generator Unveiled

Posted by samzenpus on from the the-motion-of-the-ocean dept.

MikeChino writes "We've learned about Scotland's wave energy initiatives in the past, and just this morning the nation unveiled Aquamarine Power's next-generation Oyster 800 wave power plant. The new generator can produce 250% more power at one third the cost of the first full-scale 315kw Oyster that was installed in Orkney in 2009. The device's shape has been modified and made wider to enable it to capture more wave energy, and a double seabed pile system allows for easier installation."

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  1. simplified by Charliemopps · · Score: 4, Insightful

    "A farm of just 20 Oyster 800 devices would generate sufficient power for up to 15,000 homes"

    or... 1 device can power 750 homes.

  2. Re:Unfortunately... by Majik+Sheff · · Score: 4, Insightful

    Perhaps the pendulum should swing in the other direction? I laugh at the stereotypes of my ancestors (Polish and Irish top the list). Perhaps everyone needs to lighten up and laugh at the things that make us different instead of flying off the handle and getting offended.

    TL;DR: lighten up, life's too short.

    --
    Women are like electronics: you don't know how damaged they are until you try to turn them on.