Wave Power

I had never thought about the power of waves - but they are amazing - and a source of alternative power. The Technology Quarterly in the June 7 Economist has a lot of articles on energy. The one about harnessing wave power is especially interesting. It seems that it is a fairly undeveloped field, and the methods seem rudimentary. The main problem they are having is the way the waves batter the equipment they use. Other problems are getting the power back to shore where it can be used. The waves are free, but the equipment and maintenance are not. It will be an area to watch.
Dr. Mom