General Knowledge - Basic General Knowledge - Discussion

Ocean can produce two types of energy: thermal energy from the sun's heat, and mechanical energy from the tides and waves.Ocean wave energy is captured directly from surface waves or from pressure fluctuations below the surface. Wave power systems convert the motion of the waves into usable mechanical energy which in lump can be used to generate electricity.

Waves are caused by wind blowing on the surface of the water. Whereas tidal power relies on the mass movement of the water body, waves act as a carrier for kinetic energy generated by the wind.