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New Developments of Ocean Wind, Wave and Tidal Energy

A special issue of Journal of Marine Science and Engineering (ISSN 2077-1312). This special issue belongs to the section "Marine Energy".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 5 February 2026 | Viewed by 898

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Mariana Bernardino

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Centre for Marine Technology and Ocean Engineering (CENTEC), Instituto Superior Tecnico, Universidade de Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal
Interests: atmosphere–ocean interactions; wind and wave modelling; climate and climate change; off-shore wind and wave energy
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Prof. Dr. Liliana Rusu

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Faculty of Engineering, "Dunarea de Jos" University of Galati, Galati, Romania
Interests: wave modelling; wind and wave energy; climate change impact; waves in ocean and coastal areas; wave–current interactions; ocean wave analysis
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

The increasing demand for renewable energy has led to significant advancements in ocean-based technologies. This Special Issue of the Journal of Marine Science and Engineering explores recent developments in ocean wind, wave, and tidal energy, showcasing innovative research. By bringing together contributions from leading researchers and industry experts, it fosters collaboration and knowledge exchange, supporting the growth of marine renewable energy.

We invite original research articles and reviews addressing technical challenges and future opportunities in this evolving field. Topics of interest include the following:

1. Offshore wind energy:

Wind farm design, floating turbines, and mooring systems;

Wake effects and environmental impact assessments.

2. Wave and tidal energy technologies:

Wave energy converter (WEC) innovations and hybrid systems;

Tidal energy advancements, resource assessment, and CFD modelling;

Case studies of tidal energy deployments.

3. Environmental and climate considerations:

Ecological impacts and long-term monitoring;

Ocean energy’s role in emissions reduction and climate resilience.

4. Emerging trends and multi-use applications:

AI and machine learning for ocean energy forecasting.

We look forward to your contributions to this Special Issue.

Dr. Mariana Bernardino
Prof. Dr. Liliana Rusu
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • offshore renewable energy
  • wave and tidal energy
  • environmental impact assessment
  • climate resilience
  • AI in ocean energy
  • renewable energy
  • offshore wind farms
  • marine ecosystems

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An SWE-FEM Model with Application to Resonant Periods and Tide Components in the Western Mediterranean Sea Region
by Kostas Belibassakis and Vincent Rey
J. Mar. Sci. Eng. 2025, 13(7), 1286; https://doi.org/10.3390/jmse13071286 - 30 Jun 2025
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A FEM model of Shallow Wave Equations (SWE-FEM) is studied, taking into account the variable bathymetry of semi-enclosed sea basins. The model, with a spatially varying Coriolis term, is implemented for the description of combined refraction–diffraction effects, from which the eigenperiods and eigenmodes [...] Read more.
A FEM model of Shallow Wave Equations (SWE-FEM) is studied, taking into account the variable bathymetry of semi-enclosed sea basins. The model, with a spatially varying Coriolis term, is implemented for the description of combined refraction–diffraction effects, from which the eigenperiods and eigenmodes of extended geographical sea areas are calculated by means of a low-order FEM scheme. The model is applied to the western Mediterranean basin, illustrating its versatility to easily include the effects of geographical characteristics like islands and other coastal features. The calculated resonant frequencies and modes depend on the domain size and characteristics as well as the location of the open sea boundary, and it is shown to provide results compatible with tide measurements at several stations in the coastal region of France. The calculation of the natural oscillation modes in the western Mediterranean basin, bounded by open boundaries at the Strait of Gibraltar and the Strait of Sicily, reveals a natural period of around 6 h corresponding to the quarter-diurnal tidal components, which are stationary and of roughly constant amplitude on the northern coast of the basin and on the west coast of Corsica (France). On the east coast of Corsica, on the other hand, these components are of very low amplitude and in phase opposition. The semi-diurnal tidal components observed on the same tide gauges north of the basin and west of Corsica are also quasi-stationary although they are not resonant. Resonant oscillations are also observed at lower periods, especially at a period of around 3 h at the Sète station. This period corresponds to a higher-order natural mode of the western Mediterranean basin, but this resonance seems to be essentially linked to the presence of the Gulf of Lion, whose shallowness and the width of the shelf at this point induce a resonance. Other oscillations are also observed at lower periods (T = 1.5 h at station Fos-sur-Mer, T = 45 min in the Toulon harbour station), due to more local forcing. Full article
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A Review Concerning the Offshore Wind and Wave Energy Potential in the Black Sea
by Adriana Silion and Liliana Rusu
J. Mar. Sci. Eng. 2025, 13(9), 1643; https://doi.org/10.3390/jmse13091643 - 27 Aug 2025
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This paper aims to analyze the Black Sea region’s potential for renewable energy, focusing on offshore wind and waves. The study highlights the Black Sea as a new region for marine renewables exploitation in the context of climate objectives and the European shift [...] Read more.
This paper aims to analyze the Black Sea region’s potential for renewable energy, focusing on offshore wind and waves. The study highlights the Black Sea as a new region for marine renewables exploitation in the context of climate objectives and the European shift to renewable energy. It also incorporates results from different previous studies, when data from in situ measurements, satellite observations, and numerical simulations and climate reanalysis have been considered and analyzed. The reviewed studies cover a wide time span from historical data in the late 20th century to projections extending until 2100, considering the climate change impact. They focus on both localized coastal regions (predominantly Romanian waters) and the larger Black Sea Basin. The comparative analysis identifies the northwestern part of the sea as the most favorable region for the development of offshore wind farms. The present work also discusses the environmental implications and technological development of different types of wave energy converters (WECs) and their use in hybrid systems integrating multiple marine energy resources. The review concludes by highlighting the region’s outstanding potential for renewable energy and stressing the need for technological development, regional policy integration, and investment in infrastructure to enable sustainable marine energy harnessing. Full article
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