Expected Results & Outputs
Systemic and integrated assessment approaches
Development of comprehensive methodologies that assess wave energy deployment across technical, environmental, socio-economic and governance dimensions, enabling more balanced and informed decision-making.
Pilot-based evidence under real Atlantic conditions
Generation of practical knowledge through pilot activities in representative environments, improving understanding of performance, operational constraints and deployment feasibility.
Consolidated evidence on cumulative impacts and long-term viability
Advancing the evidence base on environmental, ecological and coastal dynamics, including cumulative impacts, to support more robust assessments and reduce uncertainty for decision-makers and investors.
Improved understanding of environmental and coastal interactions
Insights into how wave energy systems interact with marine ecosystems and coastal processes, including their potential contribution to coastal protection and resilience.
Policy-relevant recommendations and alignment support
Provision of actionable recommendations to support regulatory harmonisation, planning processes and policy development across Atlantic regions.
Transferable tools and knowledge resources
Development of practical tools, frameworks and guidance to facilitate knowledge transfer, replication and uptake across regions and sectors.
Strengthened stakeholder engagement and cooperation
Enhanced collaboration between public authorities, industry, research organisations and coastal communities, contributing to increased trust and acceptance.