Can a floating energy island be used as a power plant?

The idea of using the floating energy island not only as an additional power plant, but also as a hub for electricity production in the case of other prospective wind farms, increases the importance of the energy island. The energy island as a hub for major power distribution has also been initiated for the North Sea [ 9 ].

How to choose the best location for a floating energy island?

The selection of the best location for the floating energy island is addressed by assessing the great potential of wind, solar radiation and waves as renewable energy resources, taking into account criteria related to human activities.

What are floating ecosystems & floating solar projects?

Floating Ecosystems and floating solar projects have the unique capacity to integrate Photovoltaics with Photosynthetic process, (PV+PS) to power Solar Active Island Reactors or feed the grid, while improving habitat, biodiversity and waterscape beauty. The production of clean, renewable energy reduces the emission of greenhouse gasses.

Are modular floating islands a viable energy solution?

Although the concept of prefabricated, modular floating islands is not new [ 7, 8 ], an energy island dedicated to renewable energy, with near-zero onshore land acquisition makes it an extraordinarily suitable solution to the energy demands.

Where do floating islands occur?

Floating islands occur naturally in a variety of water bodies. Fig. 1, as adopted from Harding , shows a schematic drawing of a typical natural floating island, which consist of a thick floating organic mat that supports the growth of plants. The upper portion of the mat is the root zone comprised of intertwined plant roots.

How to design an energy island?

The first step in designing an energy island is to identify the most suitable location for the use of wind, solar and wave energies in the vicinity of the Cretan islands. The concept of FMEI is to consider the synergy between the three RES.