5.5+Wave+Geothermal+Energy

What is Wave Energy? Wave energy is produced when electricity generators are placed on the surface of the ocean. The energy provided is most often used in desalination plants, power plants and water pumps. Energy output is determined by wave height, wave speed, wavelength, and water density.

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Advantages > > > >
 * * The energy is free - no fuel needed, no waste produced.
 * Not expensive to operate and maintain.
 * Can produce a great deal of energy. ||

Disadvantages * Depends on the waves - sometimes you'll get loads of energy, sometimes almost nothing. > > > > > >   ||
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 * Needs a suitable site, where waves are consistently strong.
 * Some designs are noisy. But then again, so are waves, so any noise is unlikely to be a problem.
 * Must be able to withstand very rough weather.