Ocean Energy of NJ New Jy (NJ) Δ 3rd of January 2014 Ω 6:00 AM
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| Feature | OPT PowerBuoy® | Fossil Fuel | Onshore Wind | Offshore Wind | Solar | Notes |
| Energy Density | High. ca. 1000 x denser than wind | Very High | Low | Moderate | Low | |
| Predictability | High.Accurate forecasts days in advance | Dispatchable | Low except in some sites | Moderate | Unpredictable except in some sites | |
| Load Factor | 30% - 45% | 50% - 90% | 25% - 35% | 25% - 35% | 10% - 20% | |
| Visual Impact | Minimal. PowerBuoys, in general, not visible from shore | Very High | Moderate | Low | Unobtrusive | |
| Potential Sites | Extensive on Coastline | Extensive but permitting process can be lengthy | Limited | Limited in US, Moderate in Europe | Limited for High Energy Density, Extensive for low to Moderate Density | |
| Cost* Per Kilowatt Hour – Remote Power | 7 - 10¢ | N/A | 9 - 10¢ | 16¢ | 25 - 50¢ | |
| Cost* Per Kilowatt Hour – Utility Power | 5¢** | 4¢ | 4 -5¢ | 7 - 9¢ | 10 - 25¢ | |