April 30, 2024
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North Korea investigating tidal power

North Korea's State Academy of Sciences looking at "nationwide" tidal generator building plans

North Korea’s Ocean Science Department at the State Academy of Sciences is planning on the nationwide development and use of tidal power, according to a report from the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) published today.

Tidal power is a kind of hydro energy that uses the energy in tides to generate electricity.

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