Can tidal turbines and fish co-exist? Nova Scotia project to find out
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Can tidal power turbines and fish co-exist? New Nova Scotia project aims to find out | Financial Post
"For Bennett, the connection between ocean conservation and renewable energy development is a natural one and a sentiment that aligns with Ocean Week Canada and World Ocean Day on June 8."
Can tidal turbines and fish co-exist? Nova Scotia project to find out | PNI Atlantic News
The Fundy Ocean Research Centre for Energy (FORCE) is retrofitting a former tidal power platform into a research station to study the coexistence of tidal turbines and marine life in Nova Scotia’s Bay of Fundy. This initiative, part of the multi-year Ocean Sensor Innovation Platforms (OSIP) project, aims to gather critical data on fish behavior and turbine interactions in the Minas Passage, one of the world’s most powerful tidal energy sites. By deploying advanced sensor systems and underwater cameras, researchers seek to address regulatory concerns regarding environmental impact and establish best practices for responsible tidal energy development. The project, funded by Natural Resources Canada and involving various academic and Indigenous partners, underscores the potential of the Bay of Fundy to contribute significantly to Canada’s renewable energy grid while preserving its complex ecosystem.