Waves and tides and even river currents hold potential as significant sources of renewable energy. As a leading provider of services in this emerging area, HDR understands the regulatory and site development challenges that confront ocean and hydrokinetic energy projects.
By working with developers, regulatory agencies and stakeholders, we guide our clients through permitting and licensing processes for emerging technologies to capture energy from moving waters. We bring added resources of a full-service consulting firm, including specialized services in marine and aquatic modeling and biological sciences. Beyond our expertise in power and energy, we are one of the leading fisheries, ports and coastal engineering service providers, adding layers of expertise to our hydropower-focused services.
Engineering feasibility and solid scientific studies are essential in helping you make a reasoned, fact-based decision to proceed with a project to harness this kinetic energy. Our depth of experience with regulatory and permitting processes boosts our ability to tackle expedited licensing opportunities and respond to special environmental conditions that apply to hydrokinetic projects.
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