Next Thursday, Jaffa Port will witness the launch of Israel’s first sea wave energy power plant, a significant step towards addressing climate change and transitioning to renewable energy sources. The project, a joint effort by the Tel Aviv-Yafo Municipality, the municipal development company ‘Atarim,’ Eco Wave Power, and EDF Renewables Israel, aims to combine innovation, sustainability, and the challenges of climate change.
The municipality has long been committed to supporting innovative technologies that reduce emissions, and this project is a key part of its environmental and sustainability initiatives. The Energy and Infrastructure Ministry has recognized the project as a “pioneering technology,” highlighting its potential to make a significant impact in the fight against climate change.
The technology behind the project, developed by Eco Wave Power, involves connecting floaters to existing marine structures such as breakwaters and piers. These floaters rise and fall with the waves, powering a hydraulic motor and generator located onshore. The system also includes smart controls that lift the floaters out of the water during storms to prevent damage.
Eco Wave Power, led by founder and CEO Inna Braverman, is currently building similar stations in other parts of the world, including Los Angeles and Porto. Braverman, a graduate of the Tel Aviv-Yafo Municipality’s “Women for Climate” program, is a strong advocate for urban sustainability and tackling climate change. The program provides selected women with professional guidance and tools to lead innovative projects that advance sustainability in cities.
The launch of this pilot station for generating electricity from sea waves is a significant milestone for Israel and the world. It not only showcases the country’s commitment to renewable energy but also demonstrates the potential of innovative technologies to address climate change. With the project’s success, we can expect to see more similar initiatives in the future, paving the way for a greener and more sustainable world.