Small islands often face challenges in meeting their energy needs. Limited access to main power grids and reliance on costly fossil fuels are major obstacles. However, nature provides a highly promising solution: ocean energy. Understanding Ocean Energy Ocean energy is derived from various movements in the sea, such as: The Potential of Ocean Energy for Small Islands Challenges and Solutions While ocean energy has great potential, several challenges must be addressed, such as: Addressing these challenges requires collaborative efforts among government, private sectors, and local communities. Potential solutions include: Conclusion Ocean energy offers great potential to meet the energy needs of small islands. With the right policy support and sustainable technological advancements, ocean energy can become a clean, sustainable, and independent energy solution. Sumber : Jurnal Ilmiah Kelautan dan Perikanan: POTENSI ENERGI ARUS LAUT UNTUK PEMBANGKIT TENAGA LISTRIK DI PULAU-PULAU KECIL (Studi :Pulau Mantang di Bintan, Pulau Abang di Batam, dan Pulau Sugi di Karimun, Propinsi Kepulauan Riau)