Pathway to EMEC
Each device that progresses from the initial concept, through to testing full scale at our wave and tidal facilities follows a unique route.
The numbers next to each stage reflect the corresponding Technology Readiness Levels, which is a measurement to assess the maturity of evolving technologies.
Below is an overview of this pathway:
(1-2) | Concept for a Wave or Tidal Energy Converter | ![]() |
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Access Kick Off Funding For information on funding providers click here |
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(3) | Utilise Research Providers | ![]() |
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Access Applied Research Funding For information on funding providers click here |
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(4) | Develop Design Utilising Engineering Expertise | ![]() |
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Access Development and Demonstration Funding | ||
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(5) | Tank Testing | ![]() |
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(6) | Scale/component Test Facilities e.g. NaREC | |
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(7-9) | Scale and full scale open-sea test facilities – EMEC Click to view pathway through EMEC |
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Full Scale Commercial Deployment | ||