Analysis of sea waves energy resources in the Baltic Sea and technical possibilities of their usage for energy generation in Poland

renewable energy is growing. Its use does not burden the
environment because resources are renewed in a short time, unlike
traditional fuels - coal or oil. It can be concluded that the main task
of humanity is to choose the appropriate technology for obtaining
renewable energy and adapt it to local conditions. The aim of the
work is to present the technical, economic and environmental
potential of using the wave energy of the Baltic Sea and the
possibility of converting this energy into electricity. The theoretical
and technical potential of sea wave energy that Poland could use was
estimated. The most advanced methods of converting wave energy
into electricity were presented, and the most promising technical
solutions were selected for use in the Polish Exclusive Economic
Zone and off the coast of our country. The selection of the most
promising technologies - single and combined wave energy
converters was based on reports on the operation of the first
experimental wave power plants and wave converters operating in
other waters. In terms of technology and economics, obtaining energy
from sea waves is much more difficult than using solar or wind
energy. However, along with the development of offshore wind farms
and access to the infrastructure of the National Power System and the
need to give up traditional, emission-related energy sources, wave
power plants may have a chance for development in the Polish energy
sector. It is an untapped source of renewable energy with great energy
potential.