Eco Wave Power Joins Consortium for £1.5 Million Wave-Powered Microgrid in Thailand
Eco Wave Power, alongside Toshiba and Hitachi Energy, has secured a £1.5 million grant to develop a wave-powered microgrid for a remote island in Thailand. This project aims to provide clean, affordable energy, enhancing the viability of wave energy in comparison to solar and diesel generators.
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A consortium led by Toshiba Europe and Aquatera has been awarded a £1.5 million grant under Innovate UK's Energy Catalyst program to design a pilot microgrid powered by wave energy in Thailand. The project includes participation from universities such as the University of Manchester and Queen Mary University of London, utilizing Eco Wave Power's wave energy converters (WECs).
This initiative aims to improve energy access for low-income residents on the island by minimizing electricity costs. The Provincial Electricity Authority of Thailand will operate the microgrid, ensuring affordable energy without burdensome asset ownership for locals. The success of this project could pave the way for further wave energy developments in Southeast Asia.
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