Thematic Topics

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   The conference topics span the fields of wave and tidal energy research together with offshore wind and OTEC, ranging from technical to cross-cutting policy, finance and environmental subjects. You are encouraged to submit abstracts in the following topics/categories:

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• Wave and tidal energy resource characterization

• Device development and testing

• Device hydrodynamics and structural mechanics

• Device and environmental modeling

• Power take-off and device control

• Offshore wind

• Offshore wind-wave and wind-current energy systems

• OTEC systems

• Environmental impact and appraisal

• Policy development and legislation

• Socio-economic impact

• Grid connection and system aspects

• Future markets and financing

• Smart grid technology

• Ocean energy system integration

• Science supporting the success of the marine renewable energy industry