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Powering the Oceans: Environmental Considerations for Marine Renewables

Vanessa B Johnson

This article explores the critical environmental considerations associated with harnessing marine renewable energy sources, including wave, tidal, and ocean current energy. As the global transition to sustainable energy intensifies, understanding and mitigating the ecological impacts of marine renewables become imperative. The discussion encompasses the disruption of marine ecosystems, alterations in tidal currents, noise pollution, and navigational hazards. To strike a balance between green energy production and ecosystem preservation, this article advocates for rigorous site selection, technological innovation, ongoing monitoring, and collaborative regulatory efforts.