How to meet the challenges faced by the tidal energy sector

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How to meet the challenges faced by the tidal energy sector

15th May 2015 – National Oceanography Centre, Southampton

SOREC is delighted to announce their latest event – a conference and workshop to explore the challenges of the Tidal Energy sector and the role of SMEs in resolving these. This is in association with the National Oceanography Centre who have a worldwide reputation concerning all aspects of maritime research. Tidal energy is an emerging technology within offshore renewable energy and there are many opportunities for innovative companies and wider suppliers.

The challenges facing developers are significant – funding, technology, environmental to name but a few – and many of the key players are SMEs who must face these challenges with limited resources.

So – Who can assist you in your journey from concept to commercialisation?

In addition to networking with other companies and organisations with an interest in tidal energy, you will find out about:

Developments in tidal energy around the world and locally
Accessing facilities and expertise within the UK knowledge base
Protecting your Intellectual Property
Funding
Testing/ sea trials
Return on Investment in renewable energy
Commercialisation/ Crowd Funding
Collaborations with other SMEs
Taking a tidal energy concept through design and testing then into production can be a daunting journey. Find out how others have made that journey as they share their case studies and collaborations.

This event is aimed at SMEs and is free to attend. However, places are limited so please reserve your place now.

Email pam.jones@iow.gov.uk today to find out more about this event, or register on www.eventbrite.com