and ocean renewable energy, with multiple offshore wind projects already connected to the grid, and tidal and wave pilot projects underway.

In the United States, offshore wind is set to grow rapidly with multiple projects in the planning phases, including three demonstration projects supported by the Department of Energy announced earlier this month. Tidal and wave power devices have been tested on a smaller scale, with one tidal energy project off the coast of Maine that has been connected to the grid.

The Pacific Northwest is one of the nation's most promising spots for ocean energy. A tidal energy project has been approved for Admiralty Inlet near Seattle; another wave energy project is planned off the coast of Oregon; and the Oregon Coast is one of three offshore wind sitesCollege basketball notes: School-best 23 steals carry No. 11 Bearcats

Sean Kilpatrick scored 10 of his 18 points in the second half, and No. 11 Cincinnati set a school record with 23 steals Thursday night, emerging from a sloppy start for an 87-53 victory over visiting Arkansas-Little Rock.

The Bearcats (8-0) started with eight straight wins for the 15th time in school history and the second time in three seasons.

Playing with their highest ranking since they were No. 11 at the end of 2003-04, the Bearcats threw the ball away early, prompting Coach Mick Cronin to substitute for all five starters.

The lineup change got the Bearcats' attention. Cincinnati had only two more turnovers the rest of the half while pulling away to a 42-17 lead.

The Bearcats quickly wore down the