Las energías marinas renovables

Scotland offers significant potential for renewable energy from waves and tides, with its vast coastline and large tidal fluctuations. The country is exploring various technologies, including underwater turbines and wave energy devices like Aquamarine's Eister, which converts wave motion into electricity. Despite the untapped potential, wave and tidal energy are seen as promising future sources of clean energy.

What natural features make Scotland ideal for wave energy production?

• Mountainous regions

• Desert landscapes

• Violent Atlantic Ocean and North Sea

• Calm seas and low tides

What is the primary function of the Eister device developed by Aquamarine?

• To harness wind energy

• To desalinate seawater

• To generate electricity from wave energy

• To measure tidal fluctuations

How does the Eister device contribute to electricity production?

• By converting solar energy

• By using high-pressure water to drive a turbine

• By storing wind energy

• By capturing geothermal energy

What is the length of Scotland's coastline, which is advantageous for tidal energy?

• 12000 km

• 8000 km

• 15000 km

• 5000 km

What is the current status of offshore renewable energy potential in Scotland?

• Fully tapped and utilized

• Completely ignored

• Largely untapped

• Partially tapped