Less buoys, and they are able to produce base load power 24/7. The waves are not at 4 meters all the time. The waves at Albany are constantly over 1 meter which allows them constant power at what the system is designed. Coal powered stations shed load also by controlling the amount of coal being burnt. Wind farms shed load by turning the blades to catch less wind. Shedding is a control measure in place to protect the system.
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