Nova Scotia Tidal Research Summary Report – Researching Tidal Energy – Marine Life: The Nova Scotia Experience

This report looks at the extensive tidal energy-related research undertaken in the Bay of Fundy over a 10 year period beginning in 2005. It lists key research projects and offers a high level assessment of the environmental studies and regulatory initiatives that have contributed to the development of the sector in recent years. The report includes an overview of challenges and knowledge gaps and proposes research programs to address these challenges. It underlines past, ongoing and future work necessary to maintain public confidence in the sector and enable its continued and responsible growth.

Team

Principal Investigator:  Dr. Graham R. Daborn, Fundy Environmental & Educational Consultants

Date
October 1, 2015 – May 1, 2016