Wave Energy

Wave Turbine

Green Cat Renewables is developing a novel wave energy device, the key features of which are:

- Fewest number of energy conversion stages from water to wire
- No hydraulics
- Good storm avoidance
- Relatively easy to maintain
- Simple concept
To gain a quick overview of how we see the device progressing, take a look at this presentation

Click on the appropriate link to view the device in action:
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SMART:Scotland funding from the Scottish Executive was secured to support the first phases of this development. (Press Release) Scottish Executive Banner
To find out more about the SMART funded phase of the project, take a look at the project profile.

More detailed information about the proposed design of the turbine is given by the following reports:
conceptual design
feasibility design
To find out about how we expect the Green Cat Turbine to capture ocean energy, see our energy capture information sheet