Table 3
Overview of global ocean-based floating solar projects.
| Project name/country | Description | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Maldives Floating Solar Project 2 MWp (Soneva Secret Resort, Maldives) | Collaborating with Canopy Power, Ocean Sun is implementing a floating solar system to reduce reliance on diesel generators. The project includes three 74-meter diameter solar rings and is expected to be completed in early 2025, significantly lowering the resort’s carbon footprint while promoting sustainable tourism. | [31] |
| World's Largest Offshore Floating PV Project, China (1 GW) | Located on the Dongying Sea coast of Shandong, China, this pilot project was completed in 2024. Located on 1,223-hectare, 2934 PV platforms with dimensions 60 m in length and 35 meters in width. 66-kilovolt offshore cable paired with onshore cable for long-distance transmission. | [32] |
| Offshore floating solar plant, Taiwan (440 MW) | Completed in 2024, 347 hectares of surface area can supply energy to approximately 74,000 households in Taiwan. This project highlights the growing trend of utilizing ocean water surfaces for solar energy generation, particularly in regions with scarce land. | [33] |
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