Alternative Energy and Alternate Use Guide

An introduction to ocean energy resources, the Outer Continental Shelf, offshore renewable energy technologies, with photos, maps, and links.

A basic understanding of ocean energy resources, the Outer Continental Shelf, and offshore renewable energy technologies is important to informed participation in the EIS process. The Alternative Energy and Alternate Use Guide section provides background information about ocean energy resources and the Outer Continental Shelf, an introduction to the renewable energy technologies discussed in the Programmatic EIS, the use of hydrogen to store and transport energy, and alternate uses for oil and gas platforms.

• the Outer Continental Shelf (OCS);
• ocean energy resources;
• ocean wave energy;
• ocean current energy;
• offshore wind energy;
• offshore solar energy;
• use of hydrogen for energy storage and transport;
• alternate uses for existing oil and gas platforms;
• Photos of offshore renewable energy technologies;
• Maps relating to the OCS and other topics covered in the Programmatic EIS; and
• Links to related resources on the Web.

The following presentation from the National Renewable Energy Laboratory also provides information on ocean-based renewable energy technologies. This presentation was shown at scoping meetings for the OCS Alternative Energy Programmatic EIS.

NREL Scoping Meeting Presentation: Renewable Energy Technologies for Use on the Outer Continental Shelf (3 MB)