Tidal Streams

Tidal streams are powerful currents in oceans and rivers that result from the gravitational pull of the moon and the sun on Earth’s water. As the Earth rotates, these celestial bodies create areas of high and low water levels, causing water to flow in and out, much like a tide. This movement generates currents that can be harnessed for renewable energy through tidal turbines. Tidal streams can vary in speed and intensity, and they play a crucial role in marine ecosystems, influencing navigation and sediment transport in waterways.