SHINES

Turning tidal and rivers into tomorrow’s energy.

As Europe searches for local, sustainable alternatives to fossil fuels, SHINES (Showcasing Hydrokinetic Energy Innovations for Northwest European Energy Sovereignty) focuses on a powerful yet untapped natural force: tidal and river currents. Unlike wind and solar, these water flows are highly predictable and reliable—making them the perfect complement to existing renewable energy sources.

This ambitious €10 million project, co-funded by the European Union through Interreg NWE, brings together 14 partners from 6 countries to test three innovative technologies in real-world conditions: RivGen, Hydro Wing, and TidalKite. Tests will take place in France and the Netherlands, with a clear goal: to prove that hydrokinetic energy can play a key role in Europe’s energy transition.

Beyond demonstration, SHINES will identify and de-risk the most promising sites in each partner country, working hand in hand with local stakeholders to pave the way for the large-scale deployment of hydrokinetic solutions. 

SHINES is about an entire region coming together to harness the steady power of water—turning rivers and tides into a clean, local, and shared source of energy for the future, efficiently using space and grid.