- The partners will focus on evaluating the feasibility and viability of large-scale wave energy farms at multiple sites across India.
- By leveraging Havkraft‘s advanced Havkraft N-class wave power plant technology, the parties will seek to harness the untapped potential of the Indian Ocean to generate clean and renewable electricity.
Norwegian wave energy company Havkraft and Indian independent power producer Opera Energy have entered into a strategic agreement to investigate the potential for deploying wave energy farms across various sites in India. The collaboration aligns with India’s comprehensive strategy for sustainable development and supports the nation’s increasing demand for renewable energy solutions, according to Havkraft. The partners will focus on evaluating the feasibility and viability of large-scale wave energy farms at multiple sites across India.
By leveraging Havkraft‘s advanced Havkraft N-class wave power plant technology, the parties will seek to harness the untapped potential of the Indian Ocean to generate clean and renewable electricity.
Opera Energy‘s managing director, Amit Kambariya, expressed his enthusiasm for this momentous step towards electrifying India using the country’s local wave energy resources, hailing the Havkraft N-class wave power plant technology as the catalyst for this endeavour.
Kambariya said: “We are delighted to embark on this groundbreaking partnership with Havkraft. Together, we will explore the vast potential of wave energy in India, driving the green transition and meeting the escalating energy demand.”
Geir Arne Solheim, CEO of Havkraft, said: “Through this partnership, we aim to leverage Havkraft’s cutting-edge wave power technology to accelerate the electrification of India. The abundant wave resources in Indian waters present an exceptional opportunity to foster sustainable economic growth and mitigate climate change.”