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Wave and Tidal Energy Market to Surpass USD 10,088.69 Billion by 2033, Growing at a CAGR of 20.3% | Straits Research

10-14-2025 07:37 AM CET | Energy & Environment

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Wave and Tidal Energy Market Size

Wave and Tidal Energy Market Size

According to a new report by Straits Research, "Wave and Tidal Energy Market Size, Share, Growth, and Forecast 2033," the global wave and tidal energy market size was valued at USD 1,911.81 million in 2024 and is projected to grow from USD 2,299.9 million in 2025 to reach USD 10,088.69 million by 2033, exhibiting a CAGR of 20.3% during 2025-2033.

Wave and tidal energy harness the immense power of ocean surface waves and tidal currents to generate clean electricity, desalinate water, and support water pumping applications. As one of the most promising sources of renewable energy, ocean-based power generation offers an abundant and sustainable solution to the global energy crisis.

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Market Drivers

Urgent Need to Replace Fossil Fuels with Renewable Sources

The growing urgency to reduce dependence on fossil fuels such as coal, gas, and oil is a major driver of the wave and tidal energy market. Rising concerns over carbon emissions, global warming, and air pollution have accelerated the shift toward clean and renewable energy solutions. Governments across the globe are prioritizing renewable energy adoption to ensure political stability, energy sovereignty, and sustainable economic growth.

While solar and wind energy are well-established, they face challenges related to land usage and intermittency. Ocean energy, in contrast, offers consistent and high-density renewable power, making it a vital pillar of the global Green Transition.

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Government Funding and Technological Advancements

The global market is also benefiting from strong government support, funding programs, and favorable regulatory frameworks promoting marine energy development. Countries including China, India, the United Kingdom, and Canada are investing heavily in ocean-based technologies through subsidies, pilot projects, and carbon reduction initiatives.

Infrastructure advancements and cost-effective technology deployment are key strategies driving growth. In particular, the United Kingdom continues to lead with clean energy policies, cost-reduction targets, and technological innovation to enhance the commercial viability of marine energy systems.

Market Challenges

Despite its promise, the industry faces challenges such as high capital costs, limited technology maturity, and operational constraints. The intermittent nature of wave and tidal sources, alongside financing limitations and potential environmental impacts on marine life, remain obstacles to large-scale deployment. However, continuous R&D, innovation in turbine design, and improved financial mechanisms are expected to overcome these hurdles over time.

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Opportunities

Rising Investments and Government Programs Create New Pathways
Ongoing technological advancements, coupled with robust government policy frameworks and predictable renewable energy incentives, are creating new opportunities for players in the wave and tidal energy market. Large-scale demonstration projects and prototype developments have accelerated global progress, bringing the technology closer to cost-competitive commercial deployment.

This sector also benefits from diverse power generation technologies, such as oscillating water columns, tidal turbines, and tidal barrages, which enhance efficiency and scalability across different marine environments.

Regional Insights

Asia Pacific Dominates the Global Market

In 2022, the Asia Pacific region accounted for 42.5% of the global wave and tidal energy market share, driven by strong government initiatives, rapid economic development, and growing demand for sustainable energy. Nations such as China, Japan, India, and Thailand are leading innovation and pilot testing at full-scale marine sites. China, in particular, continues to expand its presence through active development at test sites in Weihai (Shandong), Zhejiang, and Wanshan (Guangdong).

North America Continues to Expand Marine Energy Capacity

The North American market has witnessed significant advancements, with renewable energy contributing nearly 16.7% of total U.S. electricity generation in 2022. Canada remains a leader in marine energy development through substantial government investments and research programs. The province of Nova Scotia has invested over USD 80 million since 2010, including direct funding for FORCE (Fundy Ocean Research Center for Energy) the country's premier in-stream tidal research hub.

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Market Segmentation

By Technology (2021-2033)

Wave Energy: Oscillating Water Columns, Oscillating Body Converter, Others

Tidal Energy: Tidal Turbine, Tidal Stream Generator, Tidal Barrages, Tidal Fences, Others

By Application (2021-2033)

Power Generation
Desalination
Others

By Region (2021-2033)

North America
Europe
Asia Pacific (APAC)
Middle East & Africa
Latin America (LATAM)

Key Market Players

BioPower Systems Pty. Ltd.
Blue Energy Canada Inc.
Nova Innovation Ltd.
Applied Technologies Company, Ltd.
Aqua-Magnetics Inc.
Ocean Power Technologies Inc.
Aquagen Technologies
Carnegie Wave Energy Ltd.
Corpower Ocean AB
Ocean Renewable Power Company, LLC
Orbital Marine Power
SIMEC Atlantis Energy Ltd
Verdant Power, Inc.
Eco Wave Power AB
Pelamis Wave Power

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