The use of an ecological niche model has made it possible to characterize on the one hand the effects of climate change on the native species of the Gulf of Lio, such as displacements of favorable habitats or the reduction of the surface of the habitat. favor of native species. On the other hand, the potential displacement of the favorable habitat of some subtropical species in the Gulf of Lion could be expected. They would then become non-indigenous species (NIS)

Configuration of the ocean model and biogeochemical modules

This deliverable presents the main components of the final and most important result of the project, namely the integrated suite of design tools for ocean energy systems innovation, development and deployment. The toolset includes: installer, catalogues, online documentation and example test cases.

This deliverable reports on the framework for the prediction of the reliability, economic and environmental criteria and assessment methodologies for moorings and foundations.

This document collects the main guidelines, standards and procedures applicable to the implementation of the tools and modules in the DTOcean+ suite.

This deliverable is the second report on dissemination and communication activities, i.e. the end of the project review. It presents all of the activities which have taken place within DTOcean project

This document summarizes both the module functionalities and the more technical aspects of the code implemented in the station keeping module.

Spatial study and sensitivity of network indices to wind farm closure and climate disruption using an Ecospace model

Ocean energy is a promising source of clean renewable energy, with clear development targets set by the European Commission. However, the ocean energy sector faces non-technological challenges and opportunities that are frequently overlooked in deployment plans. The present study aimed to provide a critical evaluation of the ocean energy sector’s legal, institutional, and political frameworks with an identification and analysis of both barriers and enabling features for the deployment of ocean energy. In the first stage, a literature review on the current political and regulatory frameworks of a set of European countries was carried out, setting the basis for the main challenges and enabling factors faced by the sector. Secondly, a critical analysis of the main non-technological barriers and enablers was performed, which was supported by questionnaires sent to regulators, technology developers, and test-site managers. This questionnaire allowed us to collect and integrate the views, perceptions, and personal experiences of the main stakeholders of the ocean energy sector in the analysis. The most relevant insights were collected to guide future policy instruments, supports, and consenting measures in a more informed and effective manner and to help accelerate the development of the sector.

Measurement of the diameter of biocolonised moorings and biofouling composition at T+6 months of immersion.