We need to bring marine energy technologies safely to shore and into the energy system. To make that happen, we need an independent third-party certification framework. Without it, projects will struggle to become bankable.
In an in-depth interview by Catherine Bischofberger (IEC), Peter Scheijgrond highlights the importance of independent certification. Without it, projects face significant barriers to becoming bankable.
With the first commercial tidal farms expected by 2028, momentum is clearly building — but will regulation keep pace?
“Most of the time, regulators don’t know the difference between wave and tidal energy.
We have a lot of awareness-building to do.”
Offshore Proof
With Offshore Proof, partners across Europe are working to establish a network of offshore test sites aligned with international certification frameworks. By strengthening the link between testing, certification and real-world deployment, the project supports the bankability and scalability of marine energy technologies.