The United States has developed 2-megawatt-class tidal energy turbines, among the most powerful of their kind, designed to harvest predictable ocean tides. These systems generate electricity by spinning underwater rotors as tides flow—offering reliable, low-carbon power compared to variable sources like wind or solar. Key Facts: • 2 MW-class tidal turbine technology • Uses predictable tidal currents • Operates underwater with low visual impact • Zero fuel and low emissions • Potential for coasta

Scotland has installed the world’s most powerful tidal turbine, capable of generating clean electricity by harnessing the natural movement of ocean tides—without fuel, emissions, or visual pollution. • The turbine is installed off the coast of Scotland, in one of the world’s strongest tidal zones. • It generates power purely from predictable ocean currents, unlike wind or solar. • At full capacity, it can supply electricity to around 2,000 homes. • The system operates underwater, minimizing impa