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Wave and Tidal Energy Market Opportunity, Growth Drivers, Industry Trend Analysis, and Forecast 2025 - 2034
Market Report I 2025-03-13 I 126 Pages I Global Market Insights
The Global Wave & Tidal Energy Market reached USD 1.81 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.7% from 2025 to 2034. Ongoing advancements in energy conversion systems, improved deployment methods, and the use of cutting-edge materials are enhancing the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of these technologies. These improvements are positioning wave and tidal energy as a critical component of the global renewable energy landscape. As the world shifts toward sustainable energy solutions, the reliability and predictability offered by wave and tidal power make them attractive options for integrating into national energy portfolios.
Government support in the form of grants, subsidies, and pilot projects is playing a crucial role in promoting technological innovation and enabling commercial viability. These investments aim to accelerate the adoption of emerging technologies and lay the groundwork for large-scale deployment. The growing demand for dependable and consistent energy sources is driving interest in tidal power as an essential part of the future energy mix. As more countries seek to reduce their carbon footprint, ocean-based energy solutions are becoming increasingly attractive for meeting climate goals while ensuring sustainable energy generation.
The wave & tidal energy market is segmented by application into power generation, desalination, and others. The power generation segment is expected to witness the highest growth, projected to exceed USD 2.59 billion by 2034. This growth is primarily driven by global efforts to mitigate climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Increasing investments from leading industry players to integrate wave and tidal technologies into power generation systems will further bolster the market's expansion. The heightened focus on diversifying renewable energy portfolios is pushing governments and organizations to invest in harnessing the potential of wave and tidal energy for large-scale power production.
North America currently holds over 4% of the global market share, with this percentage expected to increase by 2034. The U.S. wave and tidal energy market, valued at USD 65.7 million in 2022, grew to USD 67.5 million by 2024 and is anticipated to see continued growth over the next decade. Government-backed initiatives aimed at advancing marine energy technologies are a primary driver of this growth. Federal investments are fostering the development of critical infrastructure, supporting research and development, and promoting innovation in marine energy technologies.
Significant funding is being directed toward developing alternative energy sources, with a particular emphasis on marine energy. Such investments are creating the necessary foundation for efficiently capturing wave and tidal energy, ensuring that these technologies can be deployed on a larger scale to meet future energy demands. The continued focus on marine energy development is expected to play a pivotal role in addressing energy security concerns and supporting global climate targets.
Report Content
Chapter 1 Methodology & Scope
1.1 Market definitions
1.2 Base estimates & calculations
1.3 Forecast calculation
1.4 Primary research & validation
1.4.1 Primary sources
1.4.2 Data mining sources
1.5 Market definitions
Chapter 2 Executive Summary
2.1 Industry synopsis, 2021 -2034
Chapter 3 Industry Insights
3.1 Industry ecosystem
3.2 Regulatory landscape
3.3 Industry impact forces
3.3.1 Growth drivers
3.3.2 Industry pitfalls & challenges
3.4 Growth potential analysis
3.5 Porter's analysis
3.5.1 Bargaining power of suppliers
3.5.2 Bargaining power of buyers
3.5.3 Threat of new entrants
3.5.4 Threat of substitutes
3.6 PESTEL analysis
Chapter 4 Competitive landscape, 2024
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Strategic dashboard
4.3 Innovation & sustainability landscape
Chapter 5 Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2021 -2034 (USD Million & MW)
5.1 Key trends
5.2 Power generation
5.3 Desalination
5.4 Others
Chapter 6 Market Size and Forecast, By Region, 2021 -2034 (USD Million & MW)
6.1 Key trends
6.2 North America
6.2.1 U.S.
6.2.2 Canada
6.3 Europe
6.3.1 France
6.3.2 Spain
6.3.3 UK
6.3.4 Norway
6.4 Asia Pacific
6.4.1 China
6.4.2 India
6.4.3 South Korea
6.5 Rest of World
Chapter 7 Company Profiles
7.1 AquaWave & Tidal Power
7.2 BioPower Systems
7.3 CorPower Ocean
7.4 Carnegie Clean Energy
7.5 Eco Wave Power Global
7.6 Inyanga Marine Energy Group
7.7 Minesto
7.8 Nova Innovations
7.9 Orbital Wave & Tidal Power
7.10 Ocean Renewable Power Company
7.11 SINN Power
7.12 SSE Renewables
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