6914 Scientific Breakthroughs To Monitor the Impacts of Ocean Energy Extraction

Friday, February 17, 2012: 9:00 AM
Room 118 (VCC West Building)
Susan K. Avery , Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, Woods Hole, MA
Whether we extract energy from tides, waves or thermo-kinetic transfer, the processes will affect the ocean and coastal areas. Innovative technologies to monitor these important resources will be critical to the success of renewable energy. From unmanned underwater vehicles to acoustic and electromagnetic monitoring, the international community is making significant breakthroughs that will allow the development of safer energy sources around the world.