CorPower Ocean is a company focused on wave energy generation, utilizing ocean waves to produce clean electricity. Their innovative technology, such as the C4 Wave Energy Converter, harnesses the energy from ocean waves, which are more predictable and carry significantly more energy per square meter than wind and solar. The technology is designed to be efficient, resilient, and capable of adapting to various ocean conditions, including storms. CorPower Ocean is working on projects like the HiWave-5, which aims to commercialize wave energy as a competitive alternative to traditional renewable sources.
CorPower Ocean’s innovative WaveSpring-powered WECs and modular CorPack design mark a compelling step forward for wave energy. With successful commercial-scale deployment, strong investor backing, and ambitious plans across Europe, the company is forging a path for wave power to join the mainstream clean energy mix.
CorPower Ocean: A Breakthrough in Wave Energy
1. Compact, efficient design
Inspired by the human heart’s pumping mechanism, CorPower’s WaveSpring technology enables buoy motion amplification—boosting energy capture with each wave. The device efficiently converts wave movement to electricity via a cascade gearbox and pre-tension cylinder, while being lightweight and cost-effective. It delivers up to 5× more energy per tonne compared to earlier WECs
2. Storm protection & reliability
The system can “detune” during storms, becoming transparent to extreme wave events—much like wind turbines pitch to reduce load—safeguarding survivability and enabling robust, around-the-clock operation
Technology in Action: Portugal & Beyond
C4 Deployment in Portugal (HiWave-5 Project)
In September 2023, CorPower launched its commercial-scale C4 WEC (300 kW) off Aguçadoura, northern Portugal, as part of the HiWave-5 pilot. Anchored via the novel UMACK system, the device was connected to the Portuguese grid and completed commissioning—including power export, controls, monitoring, and maintenance routines
The device has successfully endured 18.5m-high waves during Storm Domingos and demonstrated reliable O&M procedures, confirming safety and operational resilience
Digital Twin & Performance Modeling
CorPower calibrated its advanced digital twin control system using actual operational data. The system exceeded simulated performance metrics, indicating fine alignment of modeling and hardware efficiency
Scaling Up: CorPack Clusters & Future Arrays
Modular Wave Farms with CorPack
The company’s CorPack concept packages multiple WECs into 10–30 MW clusters, which are interoperable with offshore wind infrastructure and offer 3–5× the power density per ocean area—enabling cost-effective and scalable wave farms
Future Projects: Scotland & Ireland
- In Orkney, Scotland, CorPower has secured a berth at EMEC’s Billia Croo test site for a 5 MW array scheduled for deployment by 2029, leveraging local manufacturing and vessels
- In Ireland, the Saoirse project off County Clare aims to install a similar CorPack array by 2028–2029
Why CorPower Matters
- Compact and high-performing—smaller, lighter, and more efficient than conventional WECs.
- Commercial readiness—C4 deployment marked a key milestone toward bankable wave energy.
- Scalable and modular—CorPack clusters pave the way for utility-scale wave farms.
- Robust and resilient—proven survivability during storms with streamlined O&M.
- Backed by strong finance—deep investor confidence and public funding drive expansion.