Assessment of Wind and Wave Climate Dynamics in the Mediterranean and Black Seas for Renewable Energy Potential Analysis

This study analyzes the potential for renewable energy potential in the Black Sea and Mediterranean Sea regions from wind and wave sources. With a growing emphasis on sustainable energy for climate change mitigation, these marine environments hold significant promise. The study’s primary objective is to conduct a comparative analysis of the spatiotemporal variations in wind and wave energy potential, contributing valuable insights for informed decision-making. The analysis focuses on future projections using wind fields provided by a regional climate model, considering two representative concentration pathway (RCP) scenarios: RCP4.5 and RCP8.5. These scenarios provide a basis for understanding potential climate futures. The study spans a 30-year timeframe with projections into the distant future (2041–2070) and includes a comparative analysis for a 30-year period with the recent past (1976–2005) for context. By examining the long-term patterns and possibilities of renewable energy sources in the Black Sea and Mediterranean Sea regions, this thorough analysis aims to provide insightful information.