Review, Exchange and Dissemination of Information on Ocean Energy Systems

This Task has in general the following activities:

a) Preparation of the Annual Report 

b) Preparation and management of other external publications (e.g. fact sheets, information sheets, posters, etc.)

c) Regular update of the Standard PowerPoint OES presentation

d) Preparation of a Newsletter issued each semester presenting most updated information exchanged by the delegates.

e) Dissemination in public events  

a) Management of OES website contents and new developments

b) Assistance to the implementation of the annual online report

c) Management of LinkedIn OES group 

d) Management of ICOE-conferences website  (repository of past conferences)

e) Monitor Internet traffic 

f) Preparation of Press Releases

ANNUAL REPORT
The OES Annual Report is the flagship publication of Ocean Energy Systems, providing a comprehensive overview of progress in ocean energy worldwide. Each edition brings together country reports prepared by OES member countries, offering insights into national policies, research and development activities, and technology demonstration efforts across the sector.
Serving as both a reference document and a benchmark for industry development, the Annual Report reflects the collective knowledge and experience of the OES community. Its publication is supported by OES members, who actively disseminate the report within their countries to ensure it reaches key stakeholders, including policymakers, industry, and the research community. The release of the Annual Report is accompanied by coordinated international communication, reinforcing its role as a central resource for understanding global trends in ocean energy.
All Annual Reports can be found at the OES Library.

INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON OCEAN ENERGY (ICOE)
The International Conference on Ocean Energy (ICOE) is the leading global event dedicated to the industrial development of ocean and other marine renewable energy technologies. Held biennially, ICOE brings together policymakers, industry, researchers, and other stakeholders to share knowledge, exchange experiences, and discuss progress from research, demonstration, and early commercial deployment.
OES plays an active role in supporting ICOE, with several OES delegates contributing to the conference steering committee. Through this engagement, OES helps ensure that the conference remains closely aligned with the needs of the ocean energy sector and continues to serve as a key international forum for collaboration and dialogue.
Check each edition here .

THE OCEAN ENERGY SYSTEMS POSTER AWARD
The OES is the organizer of a “poster award” during the ICOE conference, a cash prize to 3 students selected by an international jury, composed by members of the OES. This award on behalf of the OES is intended to identify an early career individual expected to continue to make significant contributions in making industrial ocean energy a reality.
Here you can find the awards of previous ICOE 2024.

WEBINARS
Regular webinars are organised on specific topics and video records are available here.
 

LINKEDIN GROUP 
IEA Ocean Energy Systems has a Linkedin page to share information on OES activities and to disseminate news.

INTERNATIONAL COLLABORATION
OES promotes international collaboration to support the development and sustainable use of ocean energy technologies. Through strategic partnerships and ongoing cooperation with a range of international organisations, research networks, and standardisation bodies, OES works to strengthen knowledge exchange, align efforts across sectors, and address common technical, regulatory, and environmental challenges.

• OES collaborates with the IEA Wind Technology Collaboration Programme (Wind TCP), recognising the strong parallels between offshore wind and ocean energy. Both sectors face similar challenges, including cost competitiveness, grid integration, supply chain development, and operation in harsh marine environments. Collaboration with Wind TCP enables mutual learning and supports the transfer of experience and best practices across marine renewable energy technologies.
• OES maintains a close link with SIDS DOCK, a United Nations–recognised international organisation dedicated to advancing climate resilience, energy security, and sustainable development in Small Island Developing States (SIDS). Representing small island and low-lying developing states worldwide, SIDS DOCK acts as a “docking station” connecting national energy sectors with global markets for finance and sustainable energy technologies. SIDS DOCK participates in OES as an Observer, strengthening the connection between ocean energy development and the specific needs of island communities.
• Support for the International Network on Offshore Renewable Energy (INORE) reflects OES’s commitment to capacity building and the development of future expertise in ocean energy. INORE is a global network of early-stage researchers working on offshore renewable energy, including wave, tidal, offshore wind, and other marine-based technologies. Through this collaboration, OES contributes to international knowledge sharing and supports the engagement of young researchers in the ocean energy community.
• OES also engages with the International WATERS Network, which brings together open-sea test sites to address shared technical and regulatory challenges. The network provides a platform to exchange experience, explore collaboration opportunities, and reduce duplication of effort across test infrastructures. Engagement with this network supports the development of efficient testing pathways and streamlined regulatory approaches for ocean energy technologies.
• In addition, OES has a formal liaison with the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Technical Committee 114 (TC 114), responsible for developing international standards for wave and tidal energy technologies. Through this collaboration, OES contributes technical expertise to the standardisation process, supporting the development of robust, internationally recognised standards that facilitate technology deployment, comparability, and investor confidence.