(WJET/WFXP) — Renewable energy company Breakwave Energy announced Thursday they’ll be using the shores of Lake Erie in Harborcreek Township as the spot to test their new technology that would convert waves into energy.
Breakwave said they’ll be conducting their tests along at Shorewood Beach this summer after reaching an agreement with Harborcreek Township supervisors and the Brenton Davis administration.
The tests being conducted will aim to further understand how wave energy converters hold up to different marine conditions while also focusing on sustainability, energy efficiency and potential impacts on local ecosystems.
“We are grateful for the unwavering support from County Executive Brenton Davis, Township Supervisor Steve Oler and the Harborcreek Township Supervisors. Their vision for a sustainable future and their commitment to the marine economy are helping pave the way for Erie to become a leader in wave energy technology,” stated Bill Lyman, CEO of Breakwave Energy.
Breakwave called the help from local leaders “pivotal” in helping navigate the twists and turns of establishing a presence in the area making Erie an important hub for renewable energy research and development.
“Looking ahead, we are exploring opportunities to expand our presence in Erie through potential manufacturing operations, which would bring additional economic benefits to the area,” Lyman said.
If all goes well, Breakwave said their work over the summer could lead to massive advancements in renewable energy tech and help with economic growth for the area by creating new manufacturing initiatives.
