Offshore Solar Energy

Offshore solar energy involves installing large solar panel arrays on platforms or floating systems in bodies of water, such as the ocean or large lakes. This approach takes advantage of the abundant sunlight and open space, reducing land use conflicts. Offshore solar systems can be combined with other marine infrastructure and often benefit from higher sunlight exposure and less shading. They generate clean electricity without emitting greenhouse gases, making them a sustainable energy solution. This technology is still developing but offers the potential to expand renewable energy capacity with minimal impact on land and ecosystems.