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Clemente, G., Ramos-Marín, S. and Guedes Soares, C. (2024), Overview of the floating offshore photovoltaic energy potential, Advances in Maritime Technology and Engineering, Guedes Soares, C. & Santos T.A. (Eds.), Taylor and Francis, London, UK, pp. 417-425.
An overview of the state of the art of the floating photovoltaic renewable energy technology is given. The main characteristics of floating photovoltaic systems are outlined, as well as the features influencing on their preformance. Moreover, existing concepts and ongoing projects around the world are compiled and
briefly described. The advantages, drawbacks and potential hazards for this technology are highlighted. Offshore solar photovoltaic systems allow upscaling the installed capacity and increment the power generation, significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions. These systems specially contribute to boost renewable energy generation in islands with minimal land availability. The environmental risks and potential hazards for this technology are also discussed, such as water level fluctuations, severe storms, earthquakes, and tsunamis. Despite some concerning hazards, the successful performance and reliability of some existing floating solar farms has raised trustability and interest for this technology among several countries committed to a prompt energy transition.
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