Harnessing the waves: the science turning tsunamis into clean energy

Harnessing the waves: the science turning tsunamis into clean energy

Ocean waves produce two to three times the world’s total energy needs. Image: Kelly Headrick/Shutterstock Scientists have discovered a way to tap into the ocean’s vast, untouched energy reserves – but should they? From seawalls to early-warning systems, countries worldwide have invested billions into safeguarding their coastlines from the devastating power of tsunamis. But as the tsunami that struck Japan on 11 March 2011 demonstrated, even the …