This is a big day for Minesto, said Dr Martin Edlund, CEO.

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For comparison, Scottish startup Orbital Marine Powers firstgrid-connectedtidal turbine is a 72-metre-long and 680-tonne behemoth called the O2.

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Despite its size, O2 puts out a modest 2MW of clean electricity.

The efficiency of Minestos design is thanks to the way it glides in the ocean currents.

means it can generate a lot of electricity but still remain relatively small and lightweight.

Siôn Geschwindt

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Sion is a freelance science and technology reporter, specialising in climate and energy.

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