Abstract
This document is an output of IEA-OES Task 12, an activity funded by the members of the International Energy Agency (IEA) Ocean Energy Systems (OES) Technology Collaboration Programme (TCP). The scope of this document includes technology associated with utility-scale electricity generation from ocean waves and tidal streams. Future Task 12 activity will expand to incorporate other forms of ocean energy.
Electricity is likely to be the main output ocean energy technologies; however, it is recognised that alternative markets are emerging where other functionality may be desirable. Most of the guidance presented in this report are still valid for such alternative applications, but may require case by case adaption, e.g. for situations where electricity is not the primary output.
The objectives of Task 12 are: '
• Build international consensus on ocean energy technology evaluation
• Guide appropriate and robust activities throughout the technology development process
• Share knowledge and promote collaboration
• Support decision making associated with technology evaluation and funding allocation
This document intends to support international efforts by presenting a framework for technology evaluation and guidance of engineering activity, ensuring that decision-makers have consistent information available to them.