The assessment, carried out in collaboration with Dutch consultancy MetOcean Consult, focused on conditions at the Barra do Douro breakwater. The study provided detailed metocean data and confirmed that local wave characteristics and loading conditions are well-suited to Eco Wave Power’s latest-generation floaters, thereby strengthening the project’s technical viability.
MetOcean Consult, which specialises in independent metocean analysis and numerical modelling for offshore and coastal developments, was appointed to support the engineering optimisation of the Porto installation. The project represents the first megawatt-scale deployment under Eco Wave Power’s 20 MW concession agreement with APDL.
According to MetOcean Consult’s Managing Director, Marco Westra, the findings offer a solid basis for the next stages of development. He noted that reliable metocean data are critical for marine renewable energy projects and that conditions at the Barra do Douro breakwater align well with the company’s technology.
Following the completion of internal engineering reviews, Eco Wave Power formally submitted its execution plan to APDL on 8 January 2026. This milestone marks the transition from planning to construction preparation, with further coordination expected in the coming weeks to agree on timelines and advance on-site works.
The Porto wave energy station has already reached several key development milestones. These include payment of half of the grid connection fee and the formal acceptance of grid connection terms with E-REDES, Portugal’s national electricity distribution operator. Subject to final regulatory approvals, the project is targeting grid connection in 2026.
The 1 MW facility will be integrated into an existing breakwater structure known as “The Gallery” and will host Eco Wave Power’s onshore wave energy conversion equipment. The installation is intended to contribute to Portugal’s renewable electricity supply by harnessing ocean wave power in a predictable and sustainable manner.
Eco Wave Power’s Chief Executive Officer and Founder, Inna Braverman, highlighted Portugal’s strong track record in renewable energy and the strategic importance of the Porto project. She said the completion of the metocean study and the submission of the execution plan represent important steps towards construction and grid integration, reinforcing the company’s commitment to scaling wave energy technologies.
Eco Wave Power develops onshore wave energy systems that are scalable, cost-efficient, and environmentally responsible, supporting the broader transition to a more resilient and diversified renewable energy mix.