Equinor partners with Havkraft
Equinor, as a leading global energy company, is eager to explore the potential of wave power as a sustainable energy source for the industry.
Therefore, Equinor has engaged Havkraft to conduct a study that will investigate the feasibility of integrating Havkraft wave energy converters (H-WEC) on Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODUs).
The goal being to significantly reduce operational CO2 emissions and promoting sustainable development within the industry, according to a recent press release from Havkraft.
Green power to drilling units
Wave power is the capture of energy from wind waves to perform useful work, such as generating electricity, desalinating water, or pumping water. A wave energy converter (WEC) is a device designed specifically for this purpose.
Havkraft's Wave Energy Converter (H-WEC) is a device that transforms the kinetic energy of rotating ocean waves into impactful water pistons, where the secret lies in their patented multi-chamber system which allows it to capture a wide spectrum of wave frequencies.
Equinor is now eager to see if the H-WEC can be a sustainable solution to power the mobile offshore drilling units (MODUs)
We extend our congratulations to Havkraft for achieving this significant milestone in their endeavors. They contribute and offer crucial insights and expertise as a member of GCE Ocean Technology.
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Havkraft is a Norwegian wave power company. The company has developed several patents related to a large portfolio of high-tech products for cost and energy-efficient solutions for wave power production.
