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Tidal¤

Overview¤

Tidal power is a form of renewable energy harnessed from the natural rise and fall of ocean tides. This energy source leverages the gravitational interactions between the Earth, moon, and sun to generate electricity, offering a predictable and sustainable power supply.

Process Description¤

  1. Tidal Range Systems: Utilize the difference in water height between high and low tides. Structures like barrages or tidal lagoons are built to capture and release water, driving turbines to generate electricity.
    • Barrage Systems: A dam-like structure with turbines that generate power as water flows in and out with the tides.
    • Tidal Lagoons: Man-made enclosures that harness tidal energy through controlled water flow and turbines.
  2. Tidal Stream Systems: Capture kinetic energy from moving water using underwater turbines or similar devices. These systems are placed in areas with strong tidal currents.
    • Tidal Turbines: Similar to underwater wind turbines, these devices convert the kinetic energy of flowing water into electricity.

Benefits¤

  • Predictability: Tidal movements are highly predictable, providing a reliable energy source.
  • Renewable: Utilizes the natural and perpetual movement of tides, ensuring long-term sustainability.
  • Low Carbon Emissions: Produces electricity with minimal greenhouse gas emissions.

Applications¤

  • Electricity Generation: Tidal energy is primarily used to produce electricity for grid distribution.
  • Hybrid Energy Systems: Can be integrated with other renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar, to enhance grid stability.

Challenges¤

  • Environmental Impact: Potential impacts on marine ecosystems, sediment transport, and coastal erosion need to be managed.
  • High Initial Costs: Significant capital investment required for infrastructure development.
  • Geographical Limitations: Effective utilization depends on suitable coastal locations with high tidal ranges or strong tidal currents.

Future Outlook¤

Advancements in turbine technology, materials, and environmental impact mitigation are expected to drive the growth of tidal energy. With continued investment and innovation, tidal energy has the potential to become a significant contributor to the global renewable energy mix, providing clean and reliable power.

ES Model Parameters¤

All the parameters concerning the Tidal are listed in the table below.

entry_key value unit sets source_reference
ELECTRICITY_MV (layer) 1 - EU Kamidelivand, Mitra; Deeney, Peter; McAuliffe, Fiona Devoy; Leyne, Kevin; Togneri, Michael; Murphy, Jimmy, (2023): "Scenario Analysis of Cost-Effectiveness of Maintenance Strategies for Fixed Tidal Stream Turbines in the Atlantic Ocean"
RES_TIDAL (layer) -1 - EU Kamidelivand, Mitra; Deeney, Peter; McAuliffe, Fiona Devoy; Leyne, Kevin; Togneri, Michael; Murphy, Jimmy, (2023): "Scenario Analysis of Cost-Effectiveness of Maintenance Strategies for Fixed Tidal Stream Turbines in the Atlantic Ocean"
c_inv 228.5 USD/kW ROW Kempener, Ruud; Neumann, Frank, (2014): "Tidal Energy Technology Brief"
c_inv 2200 EUR/kW EU Kamidelivand, Mitra; Deeney, Peter; McAuliffe, Fiona Devoy; Leyne, Kevin; Togneri, Michael; Murphy, Jimmy, (2023): "Scenario Analysis of Cost-Effectiveness of Maintenance Strategies for Fixed Tidal Stream Turbines in the Atlantic Ocean"
c_maint 100 EUR/kW/y EU Kamidelivand, Mitra; Deeney, Peter; McAuliffe, Fiona Devoy; Leyne, Kevin; Togneri, Michael; Murphy, Jimmy, (2023): "Scenario Analysis of Cost-Effectiveness of Maintenance Strategies for Fixed Tidal Stream Turbines in the Atlantic Ocean"
c_p 0.35 - EU Kamidelivand, Mitra; Deeney, Peter; McAuliffe, Fiona Devoy; Leyne, Kevin; Togneri, Michael; Murphy, Jimmy, (2023): "Scenario Analysis of Cost-Effectiveness of Maintenance Strategies for Fixed Tidal Stream Turbines in the Atlantic Ocean"
f_max 35.7 GW CAN Marine Renewables Canada, (2023): "Tidal Energy ⧉"
ref_size 2 MW EU Kamidelivand, Mitra; Deeney, Peter; McAuliffe, Fiona Devoy; Leyne, Kevin; Togneri, Michael; Murphy, Jimmy, (2023): "Scenario Analysis of Cost-Effectiveness of Maintenance Strategies for Fixed Tidal Stream Turbines in the Atlantic Ocean"

References¤

Data Sources
Kamidelivand, Mitra; Deeney, Peter; McAuliffe, Fiona Devoy; Leyne, Kevin; Togneri, Michael; Murphy, Jimmy. (2023). "Scenario Analysis of Cost-Effectiveness of Maintenance Strategies for Fixed Tidal Stream Turbines in the Atlantic Ocean". JMSE. https://doi.org/10.3390/jmse11051046 ⧉
Kempener, Ruud; Neumann, Frank. (2014). "Tidal Energy Technology Brief"
Marine Renewables Canada. (2023). "Tidal Energy ⧉". Marine Renewables Canada