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Kaizen Wave Energy Converter

A lightweight wave energy converter that is easy to install in many locations.

May 2025

Kaizen Wave Energy Converter

A lightweight wave energy converter that is easy to install in many locations.

  • World Alliance Member
  • Featured Solution
  • Labelled Solution
Label Date May 20, 2025
By Weco
From Netherlands
Maturity stage TRL 6 / 7 - Prototype demonstration 1:1

The 'Kaizen Wave Energy Converter' is a system designed for installation at sea, harnessing the power of ocean waves to generate electricity. With the ocean providing a constant and predictable energy source, this technology offers an excellent method for producing renewable energy.

The Environmental Benefits

  • The Kaizen WEC is 25 times lighter than most wave energy devices, making it cheaper, easier to transport, and faster to install.
  • Unlike most wave energy systems that capture up-and-down motion, Weco’s Kaizen WEC harnesses horizontal wave motion, making it more efficient in converting wave energy into electricity.
  • A single Kaizen WEC (5 kW unit) eliminates over 260 tons of CO₂ over its 15-year lifespan, replacing diesel generators that burn ~5,000 liters of fuel per year
  • The Kaizen WEC produces 100% renewable energy with zero emissions, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and helping coastal communities transition to clean energy

The Financial Benefits

  • A Kaizen WEC saves over €110,000 in fuel costs alone over its 15-year lifespan, compared to a diesel generator that burns 5,000 liters of fuel per year
  • The payback period for a Kaizen WEC is 5-7 years, after which the energy is essentially free, while a diesel generator requires continuous fuel and maintenance expenses

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Weco

Weco is a startup developing a wave energy converter. A technology to generate renewable power from ocean waves.

Headquarters 2595 BJ The Hague, Netherlands
Type Startup or self-employed
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