A Swedish company has unveiled a groundbreaking solution for providing clean electricity to a group of islands committed to achieving complete energy sustainability.
Minesto, the pioneering company behind the innovation, has introduced the Dragon 12, a technology resembling an underwater kite. Inspired by the figure-eight pattern of kite movement, the Dragon 12 aims to surpass wind speeds, as reported by CleanTechnica.
Functioning underwater, the Dragon 12 maneuvers in a figure-eight trajectory, accelerating water flow over its wings and maximizing turbine output, according to the news outlet. With a capacity of 1.2 megawatts, it falls short of the average offshore wind turbine’s output but boasts advantages in size, cost, and installation ease, noted CleanTechnica.
Minesto anticipates significantly lower levelized electricity costs compared to conventional offshore wind turbines, potentially resulting in more affordable energy for consumers.
Commissioned to power the Faroe Islands, a North Atlantic archipelago, the Dragon 12 aligns with the Faroes’ goal of achieving 100% clean on-shore electricity by 2030. Complementing existing wind, solar, and hydroelectric power sources, the Dragon 12 contributes to reducing reliance on environmentally harmful energy sources.
If proven effective, the Dragon 12 could revolutionize clean energy production, driving down costs and expanding accessibility for consumers worldwide.
Minesto CEO Dr. Martin Edlund expressed excitement about the Dragon 12’s potential, highlighting its transformative impact on renewable energy deployment globally.