Assessment of the wave power potential for the region of Souillac in Mauritius

Bhamini S. Bhujun, Kaleem M. Khodabux, Raj K. Dreepaul, Rani C. Naidu, Piyush Dhawankar, Krishna Busawon

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Abstract

The extraction of wave energy in coastal regions may be considered as a viable alternative due to the non-ending rise in global demand for renewable energy. The viability of this extraction is determined by assessing the wave energy potential that is mildly explored in Mauritius. As a result, this research demonstrates the evaluation and characterisation of wave energy in the south of Mauritius. The potential for energy generation was assessed based on hourly data from a polynomial fit for the period of June 2016 to May 2017. The results were validated with buoy measurements and the numerical hindcast data was calculated by wave energy and power. It was found that the monthly averaged wave power varies between 8.66 kW/m and 42.9 kW/m. A polynomial equation, depending on significant wave height, was derived and its validity was tested against existing studies.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2022 7th International Conference on Environment Friendly Energies and Applications
Subtitle of host publicationRenewable and Sustainable Energy Systems, Hybrid Transportation Systems, Energy Transition, and Energy Security
PublisherIEEE
Number of pages5
ISBN (Electronic)9798350333213
ISBN (Print)9798350333220
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 16 Dec 2022
Event7th International Conference on Environment Friendly Energies and Applications, EFEA 2022 - Bagatelle Moka MU, Mauritius
Duration: 14 Dec 202216 Dec 2022

Publication series

NameProceedings of the IEEE International Symposium on Environment Friendly Energies and Applications
PublisherIEEE
ISSN (Print)2641-5925
ISSN (Electronic)2688-2558

Conference

Conference7th International Conference on Environment Friendly Energies and Applications, EFEA 2022
Country/TerritoryMauritius
CityBagatelle Moka MU
Period14/12/2216/12/22

Keywords

  • Polynomial fit
  • Significant wave height
  • South coast of Mauri-tius
  • Wave energy converter

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