This array would include 6 of the 1 MW commercial scale CETO units, all connected to the grid via Biscay Marine Energy Platform’s (BiMEPs) existing offshore cable and grid connection.
This 6MW CETO array project is the next key step in CETO’s commercialisation pathway, and the Company intends to progress early project development in parallel with the deployment and operation of the ACHIEVE CETO Unit at BiMEP.
With a good wave resource, a world class test facility at BiMEP, an engaged and capable local supply chain and supportive government and partners, the Basque Country is a great location for the first commercial CETO array.
The decision to sign an MOU with BiMEP reflects Carnegie’s plans to continue growing its presence in the Basque Country, where the team is already working towards the first deployment of CETO in Europe as part of the ACHIEVE Programme.
Through the BiMEP Testing Contract already in place for the ACHIEVE CETO Unit deployment, Carnegie has developed a good understanding of the site and has a strong working relationship with the BiMEP team.
In addition, over recent years Carnegie has built a capable team in the Basque Country around the ACHIEVE Programme.
Delivering the subsequent array project at the same site enables the Company to continue to leverage the existing team, knowledge, facilities and supply chain.
Carnegie will begin undertaking a range of early project development activities including exploring the commercial CETO array design, grid connection options, funding mechanisms and partnerships necessary for a successful CETO commercial array.
Carnegie CEO Jonathan Fiévez commented:
“Working alongside BiMEP, the Basque Energy Cluster and our local partners and supply chain through the ACHIEVE Programme has shown us that the Basque Country shares our passion for ocean energy solutions. This makes the Basque Country a great location for this next phase of CETO’s commercialisation journey.”
“Building upon the strong groundwork already laid, the agreement with BiMEP provides a clear pathway for us to explore the development of a multi-megawatt CETO array.”
“It is a significant stride towards proving CETO’s commercial viability at scale, aligning with our dedication to delivering clean, reliable wave energy solutions to markets worldwide, particularly in resource-rich regions like the Basque Country.”
Yago Torre-Enciso, BiMEP Technical Director commented:
“Our strategic aim is to provide suitable test facilities that help accelerate the path to commercial marine energy. Therefore, with 20MW worth of capacity available across the BiMEP berths, we welcome the opportunity to work with Carnegie to expand from a single CETO unit to an array deployment.”
“While BiMEP has hosted single wave devices in the past, our berths have the ability to support the small arrays which are an important part of the marine energy industry’s growth. We look forward to working with Carnegie towards their 6MW Array in the Basque Country.”
The MOU will run initially for five years unless extended by mutual agreement. Each party will bear its own costs under the agreement.
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