Global study identifies top sites for ocean current energy

A unique study by Florida Atlantic University, utilizing over 43 million data points from NOAA's Global Drifter Program, has identified prime global locations for ocean current energy production. The research highlights the U.S. East Coast, particularly off Florida, and the southeastern coast of Africa as regions with high power densities exceeding 2,500 watts per square meter - surpassing those of excellent wind energy sites. These findings underscore the potential of ocean currents as a reliable and energy-dense renewable resource. As the ocean innovation community seeks sustainable energy solutions, such data-driven insights are crucial for guiding investments and technological developments in marine energy infrastructure.