Welcome to FERN

The Fundy Energy Research Network (FERN), is a collaborative hub dedicated to advancing the sustainable development of tidal energy in the Bay of Fundy. FERN brings together academics, researchers, industry leaders, government, and communities to support interdisciplinary research spanning resource assessment, technology development, environmental monitoring, and socioeconomic impact. Through knowledge sharing, partnerships, and evidence-based inquiry, the network fosters innovation and informed decision-making to responsibly unlock the Bay’s immense tidal potential and contribute to a sustainable energy future in the region and beyond.

Latest News

FORCE Hosts Public Update in Parrsboro

Fundy Ocean Research Centre for Energy (FORCE) hosted a public update at the Parrsboro Legion, bringing together community members, researchers, industry, and government representatives. The evening highlighted recent progress and outlined next steps for tidal energy development in the Bay of Fundy.

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Canada Invests in Environmental Monitoring to Advance Tidal Energy in the Bay of Fundy

The Government of Canada has announced over $10 million in federal funding to advance tidal energy research in the Bay of Fundy. Through Natural Resources Canada’s Energy Innovation Program, the Fundy Ocean Research Centre for Energy (FORCE) and Acadia University will lead projects focused on environmental monitoring and reducing uncertainty around fish-turbine interactions in the Minas Passage. The initiatives aim to strengthen scientific understanding, support responsible tidal energy development, and build confidence among regulators, investors, and communities as Canada works to unlock the Bay of Fundy’s vast renewable energy potential.

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Upcoming Events

Ocean Renewable Energy Conference (OREC)

📍Portland, Oregon

The Pacific Ocean Energy Trust (POET) is hosting their annual marine energy event, in partnership with the Marine Energy Collegiate Competition (MECC).

Important Dates

  • April 1, 2026 - Early Bird Registration Closes

Seanergy

📍Nantes, France

A business forum for all stakeholders in the industry to make connections, grow their business, share ideas and, more widely, to contribute to the development of all kinds of offshore renewable energy.

European Maritime Day (EMD)

📍Limassol, Cyprus

An occasion to pay tribute to the maritime sector, to help European citizens realize the real outreach and variety of sea-related activities going on in Europe and provoke reflection on the crucial role the seas play in our everyday life.

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