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This work aims to review the progress in developing hybrid RES power systems in offshore environments and optimization methods used for power generation using solar,
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The economic feasibility and environmental sustainability of marine energy systems are comparatively analysed to enhance the development and utilisation of marine
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In this study, the status of marine energy utilisation technologies is reviewed, with a focus on advancements in energy conversion equipment, grid integration, and energy storage.
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The study demonstrated that grid-independent hybrid renewable energy systems with hydrogen energy storage are the most cost-effective and reliable solution for meeting near-term energy
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The use of marine current energy to provide a stable supply of energy and fresh water to islands and remote areas is a promising prospect. In this study, an integrated marine
As an object of this paper, a multi-energy ship microgrid system is considered, according to the ship operation conditions and energy saving and emission reduction
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While mentions of large tied-grid energy storage technologies will be made, this chapter focuses on off-grid storage systems in the perspective of rural and island electrification, which means in the context of providing energy services in remote areas. The electrical load of power systems varies significantly with both location and time.
This study demonstrates the feasibility and benefits of a hybrid offshore wind and tidal energy system for off-grid coastal communities in South Africa, contributing to the country’s renewable energy transition and broader sustainability goals.
Integrating marine energy into existing energy systems can reduce the burden on the power grid, increase the energy supply to islands to meet the needs of their inhabitants, and minimise the transportation and consumption of fossil fuels.
If nonelectrical energy storage systems—such as water tank for a pumping system or flywheels or hydrogen storage in specific locations and contexts—are sometimes a relevant solution, electrochemical storage technologies are the most common for off-grid installations [35 ].
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