Tidal Energy: Harnessing the Ocean's Power

As renewable energy expands, tidal power remains largely untapped despite predictable and powerful currents. Blue Ocean News investigates why this technology hasn't scaled and whether it offers a viable path to clean energy.

Pilot projects from Scotland to South Korea demonstrate that turbines can generate consistent electricity from tidal flows. Yet high upfront costs and concerns about impacts on marine ecosystems have slowed adoption.

This feature examines innovative turbine designs that aim to be more fish-friendly and cost-effective. With climate urgency growing, is tidal energy ready for its moment, or will it remain a niche technology?