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To: Wharf Rat who wrote (5557)	3/5/2007 7:39:29 AM
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PG&E hopes for power in ocean waves Ukiah Daily Journal Staff Article Last Updated: 03/03/2007 10:21:17 AM PST The Daily Journal The waves of Mendocino County's coast may be more than just beautiful -- they may be a source of energy, according to Pacific Gas and Electric. PG&E has applied for permits with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to study the use of wave energy conservation devices on the Mendocino Coast. The project, called WaveConnect, could eventually result in up to 40 megawatts of power generation per site, according to PG&E. If technical results from the studies show that wave power is feasible and will not cause environmental damage that cannot be mitigated the project could result in two 40-megawatt projects. The proposed devices, which would gather energy from the constant motion of the ocean waves, would be installed in Mendocino County near Fort Bragg, and in Humboldt County near Eureka, both chosen because of the frequency of waves and their proximity to the power grid. "The waters off the coast of Humboldt and Mendocino counties have excellent wave power potential," said PG&E Vice President of Energy Procurement Fong Wan. The WaveConnect project will start by studying the areas in question to determine if the devices would be feasible and allow multiple manufacturers to demonstrate their designs. This would be the first time in North America that several wave energy conservation devices would be tested at the same site, according to PG&E. Most of these devices generate energy by floating on the surface of the water and converting the vertical motion of the waves into electricity. PG&E also plans to incorporate input from local communities and interested governmental and non-governmental agencies. PG&E said it also plans to work with environmental agencies and study the various ecosystems to make sure the project will minimize the effect on the environment, coastal processes and ocean users. ukiahdailyjournal.com