netH2O: application to oilfields, offshore wind, marine energy
The netH2O smart buoy system delivers robust, reliable environmental monitoring for offshore oil and gas operations, offshore wind farms, and marine renewable energy installations. Geo-referenced and equipped with wave and current estimation capabilities, netH2O buoys provide critical operational and environmental data.
With low acquisition costs, minimal operational expenses, exceptional durability, and simple deployment, netH2O buoys can be rapidly installed in offshore environments—even from small vessels in challenging conditions.
Offshore Oil & Gas Operations
Oil and gas companies face stringent environmental monitoring requirements. The netH2O provides cost-effective compliance and operational support:
- Hydrocarbon Leak Detection: Specialized sensors detect oil and fuel contamination in surrounding waters, providing early warning of potential spills
- Environmental Baseline Monitoring: Establish and maintain environmental baseline data around production facilities
- Regulatory Compliance: Document water quality parameters required by environmental permits
- Wave & Current Data: Support safe helicopter operations, vessel movements, and supply boat scheduling
- Multi-Point Networks: Deploy cost-effective monitoring arrays around platforms and production zones
The netH2O's rugged construction withstands harsh offshore conditions while requiring minimal maintenance—reducing the need for expensive service vessel mobilizations.
Offshore Wind Farms
Offshore wind energy projects require comprehensive environmental monitoring during construction and operation:
- Turbidity Monitoring: Track sediment dispersion during foundation installation and cable laying
- Marine Life Protection: Monitor water quality parameters that affect fish and marine mammals
- Wave & Current Profiling: Support vessel operations and validate wind farm modeling
- Temperature Stratification: Multi-depth temperature data for environmental impact assessment
- Long-Term Monitoring: Cost-effective operational phase environmental surveillance
Deploy netH2O buoys rapidly from small workboats—no need for specialized installation vessels, significantly reducing deployment costs.
Tidal & Wave Energy Installations
Marine renewable energy projects benefit from the netH2O's dual role as both environmental monitor and oceanographic data source:
- Resource Assessment: Wave and current data supports project optimization and energy forecasting
- Environmental Compliance: Monitor water quality around tidal turbines and wave energy converters
- Sedimentation Tracking: Assess changes in sediment transport patterns
- Ecosystem Monitoring: Chlorophyll, DO, and temperature tracking for environmental impact studies
Pipeline & Subsea Infrastructure Monitoring
Protect subsea assets and demonstrate environmental stewardship:
- Leak Detection: Deploy monitoring networks along pipeline routes to detect product releases
- Environmental Surveillance: Continuous water quality monitoring near subsea infrastructure
- Rapid Deployment: Quick response capability for incident monitoring
- Cost-Effective Coverage: Affordable units enable comprehensive monitoring networks
netH2O for Offshore Energy: Key Advantages
- Offshore-Rated Durability: Proven performance in harsh marine environments
- Rapid Deployment: Install from small vessels—no specialized equipment required
- Cost-Effective: Low capital and operational costs enable comprehensive networks
- Minimal Maintenance: Reduce expensive offshore service visits
- Geo-Referenced Data: Precise location tracking with each measurement
- Real-Time Telemetry: Immediate data access via satellite or cellular communication
- Modular Sensors: Configure for specific monitoring requirements
- Proven Technology: Field-tested in demanding offshore applications