What is it’s capacity factor?

Question

The Pelamis Sea Snake wave energy collector has a peak power output of 750 kW, and can produce 2600 MWh annually.

Answer 1

capacity factor = actual energy produced / energy produced at maximum power output

 

 

cf =  (2,600,000 kWh) / (750 kW*365*24) = 0.396 or 39.6%