Wave Energy Conversion Device (IMAGE) DOE/Pacific Northwest National Laboratory Caption A new nanogenerator that harnesses the renewable energy of open ocean waves could power observation platforms and more in the middle of the ocean. Credit Animation by Sara Levine | Pacific Northwest National Laboratory Usage Restrictions None License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.