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These studies suggest that Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC) has significant potential for generating clean, renewable energy, reducing CO2 emissions, and providing additional benefits such as potable water and refrigeration, especially in tropical regions.
Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC) is a renewable energy technology that harnesses the temperature difference between warm surface seawater and cold deep seawater to generate electricity. This technology has gained attention due to its potential to provide a sustainable and clean energy source, especially in tropical regions.
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OTEC represents a promising renewable energy technology with the potential to generate significant amounts of clean electricity, particularly in tropical regions. Recent technological advancements and economic factors have improved its feasibility, and specific regions have been identified as having high potential for OTEC implementation. While there are challenges to be addressed, ongoing research and development efforts are focused on overcoming these obstacles. Additionally, OTEC offers multiple benefits beyond electricity generation, making it a versatile and valuable energy solution for the future.
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