Ocean Power Technologies Announces DOE Award Supporting Phase II Development of Next Generation Technologies

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Ocean Power Technologies (OPTT) has been selected by the U.S. Department of Energy for the Phase II development of a next-generation wave energy converter. This follows the successful completion of Phase I, and the government will invest up to $1,097,212 over the next 18-24 months to develop a modular Mass-on-Spring Wave Energy Converter (MOSWEC) PowerBuoy. The MOSWEC is designed for various applications, including powering autonomous ocean monitoring systems, and is scalable for diverse missions. This investment supports the company's clean energy initiatives and aligns with national blue economy goals.

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• Selected for Phase II development by the U.S. Department of Energy, securing up to $1,097,212 in funding.
• Successful completion of Phase I enhances credibility and opens further government investment opportunities.
• Development of the MOSWEC PowerBuoy aligns with national blue economy goals and supports clean energy innovation.

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MONROE TOWNSHIP, N.J., July 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ocean Power Technologies, Inc. ("OPT" or "the Company") (NYSE American: OPTT), a leader in innovative and cost-effective low-carbon marine data, power, and consulting service solutions, today announced that the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) selected the Company for the Phase II development of a next-generation wave energy converter.

"Following our successful completion of the Phase I DOE Award in April 2022, this continued investment by the U.S. government towards novel, innovative, and clean ocean energy technology is critical to achieving our nation’s blue economy goals," said Philipp Stratmann, President and Chief Executive Officer of OPT. “This award from the DOE will be used to expand our Power-as-a-Service and Data-as-a-Service solutions, which will help us to expedite the development of our next generation of wave energy conversion technologies.”

In the DOE’s recently published awards for clean energy Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) projects, OPT will receive up to $1,097,212 over the next 18-24 months to develop and test a modular and scalable Mass-on-Spring Wave Energy Converter (MOSWEC) PowerBuoy^® for reliable powering of autonomous ocean monitoring systems, bringing an entirely new PowerBuoy^® into our offering.

OPT holds multiple patents related to MOSWEC technology, which generates power from the relative motion caused by the ocean waves. OPT’s MOSWEC design has a hermetically sealed hull to protect internal components, is about the size of a standard shipping container, and is easily transportable and deployable. In addition, the design is scalable to support a wide range of applications and missions, including Maritime Domain Awareness, autonomous vehicle charging, and subsea power.

About Ocean Power Technologies
OPT provides intelligent maritime solutions and services that enable safer, cleaner, and more productive ocean operations for the defense and security, oil and gas, science and research, and offshore wind markets. Our PowerBuoy^® platforms provide clean and reliable electric power and real-time data communications for remote maritime and subsea applications. We also provide WAM-V^® autonomous surface vessels (ASVs) and marine robotics services through our wholly owned subsidiary Marine Advanced Robotics. We are headquartered in Monroe Township, New Jersey, and have offices in Houston, Texas, and Richmond, California. To learn more, visit www.OceanPowerTechnologies.com.

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Contact Information
Investors: 609-730-0400 x401 or InvestorRelations@oceanpowertech.com
Media: 609-730-0400 x402 or MediaRelations@oceanpowertech.com

FAQ

What recent funding did Ocean Power Technologies (OPTT) receive from the U.S. Department of Energy?

Ocean Power Technologies was awarded up to $1,097,212 for the Phase II development of its wave energy converter.

What is the purpose of the funding from the Department of Energy for OPTT?

The funding will be used to develop and test a modular and scalable Mass-on-Spring Wave Energy Converter (MOSWEC) PowerBuoy.

What is the MOSWEC PowerBuoy and its applications?

The MOSWEC PowerBuoy is designed for reliable powering of autonomous ocean monitoring systems and is scalable for various applications, including maritime domain awareness and subsea power.

When was the funding announcement for Ocean Power Technologies made?

The funding announcement was made on July 18, 2022.