Expected results
AWESDI will deliver a set of integrated and complementary results designed to address the key challenges affecting wave energy deployment in the Atlantic Area.
By combining scientific knowledge, real-world validation and stakeholder-oriented outputs, the project aims to support informed and coordinated deployment pathways.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Policy-relevant recommendations and alignment support
Provision of actionable recommendations to support regulatory harmonisation, planning processes and policy development across Atlantic regions.
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Transferable tools and knowledge resources
Development of practical tools, frameworks and guidance to facilitate knowledge transfer, replication and uptake across regions and sectors.
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Strengthened stakeholder engagement and cooperation
Enhanced collaboration between public authorities, industry, research organisations and coastal communities, contributing to increased trust and acceptance.