Renewables website launched

摘要

In response to resurging interest in renewable energy production, the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has launched a website containing legal and licensing information for industries interested in developing ocean thermal energy conversion (OTEC) capability in the United States. OTEC produces renewable energy by using temperature differences between deep cold water and warm surface water to power a turbine. The electricity generated from an offshore facility is sent to land by power cable. The technology is considered particularly viable in tropical areas with year-round warm surface water. In addition to generating electricity, OTEC technology has the potential to produce other products such as potable water, hydrogen and ammonia. Surplus cold water from OTEC can also be used for aquaculture and air conditioning systems.