Offshore Proof
Offshore Proof aims to establish a network of offshore test sites that accelerates the global acceptance and certification of offshore renewable energy innovations, with a focus on wave, tidal, offshore solar, and energy storage technologies. The project works to harmonize and apply testing protocols across a series of real-world test campaigns—building confidence among investors and regulators through both rigorous validation and the active engagement of stakeholders via Communities of Practicies.
About Offshore Proof
Offshore Proof is building a network of real-world offshore test sites to fast-track the certification and global acceptance of wave, tidal, offshore solar, and energy storage innovations.
A shared challenge at sea
All along the coasts of Europe, people are working hard to develop new solutions to harness the energy of the sea. But every region faces different conditions—strong tides in the Channel, high waves in the Atlantic, and busy shipping lanes in the shallow North Sea. What they all have in common? A big ambition to move toward clean, reliable energy generated at sea. The problem? Testing new technologies out at sea is risky and expensive—and there’s few places to safely do it under real conditions. That’s where Offshore Proof comes in.
The missing piece: certification
Imagine building a new kind of offshore energy device—like a tidal turbine, a wave energy convertor or offshore solar system—but having nowhere to prove it works safely and reliably. That’s the reality today. Without proper certification, investors and insurers hesitate and regulators are slow to give the green light. Offshore Proof wants to change that—by bringing certification closer to where innovation is happening.
The Offshore Proof solution
Offshore Proof is setting up a network of test sites across Northwest Europe, where innovative technologies can be tested, improved, and certified under real sea conditions. Each site focuses on what it does best—whether it’s waves, tides, or floating solar. With common standards, mutual recognition of test results, and strong industry collaboration, the project builds a foundation for safe, scalable offshore energy—backed by training, communities of practice, and investor-ready validation.
A strong European partnership supported by key funding and partners
Led by Campus@Sea (The Netherlands), Offshore Proof brings together 7 partners from Germany, France, Belgium, and the Netherlands. This international collaboration is working to harmonize testing protocols and apply them in real-world campaigns — strengthening trust in new technologies among investors and regulators alike.
Offshore Proof is financially backed by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) through the Interreg North-West Europe programme, with additional co-financing from the Province of West Flanders and the Province of South Holland. The initiative also benefits from the valuable input of Associated Partners and guidance from a dedicated Sounding Board.
EU funding
€2,5 million
Total project budget
€4,2 million
Cooperating
from 2024-2028
Stay informed & involved
Get involved in shaping the future of offshore renewable energy through Offshore Proof’s initiatives. Join one of our four regional Communities of Practice (CoPs) in France, Belgium, the Netherlands, or Germany to collaborate with developers, policymakers, and investors on overcoming regulatory challenges and building trust in offshore innovation.
If you're a technology developer, apply to our testing program to validate your solution—whether tidal, wave, solar, or storage—at accredited test sites across Europe and receive a third-party Test Report under the IECRE framework. If you are interested in becoming involved as a Sounding Board member or would like to stay informed about the developments of Offshore Proof,
We invite you to express your interest.
For the latest news go to 👉🏻 https://offshoreproof.nweurope.eu/ Follow our project on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/offshore-proof/
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