## 1 Introduction
Totally, there is an expectation that the outcome of this study could encourage the deployment of remote sensing techniques. However, this equipment is very expensive and needs to be installed in a study area for more than one year to get enough data; on the other hand, high maintenance and repair costs are required [24; 25]. Consequentially, it is very important to develop new methods that can help to identify suitable areas faster and economically. Satellites are the only tool that can measure the average, minimum and maximum wind speed in a study area (hot spot areas) in the shortest possible time. It should be noted that the reasons for the popularity of these data in the research and academic communities can be mentioned as follows: (i) This data are generally available for free (open access), (ii) They can cover a period of more than 40 years. Due to the fact that it is not possible to install ground wind gauges (such as, cub anemometers) in different areas, due to its high cost, satellites are the only device that can cover areas for more than a year, which is an important factor in assessing wind resources [21]. Satellite technologies for observing, reporting, and evaluating RES potential have led to a revolution in the installation of energy converters in new locations that have not previously been considered. In addition, due to the increase in surveys to identify industrial wind at an altitude of more than 100 m, various atlases were generated as an outcome. It takes long time to install anemometers on-site to measure industrial winds at higher altitudes which can be done with satellite data. However, to bring out the best options and strategies, all aspects of SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats) must be considered. However, all aspects of SWOT need to be considered to point out the best options and strategies [26]. A SWOT analysis can be used to achieve this goal. This type of analysis, derived from an interdisciplinary approach, can identify barriers and factors influencing the development of marine renewables. [PERSON] et al. [27] explained the current prospects for the exploitation of power plants in the Mediterranean Sea, outlining and discussing challenges, opportunities, and limitations for the deployment of power converters. It was stated that blue energy conversion technologies are now ready to be fully deployed in the device farms. [PERSON] et al. [26] described a SWOT analysis of strategic plans for marine renewable energy technologies to minimize and maximize inefficiencies and energy production. SWOT analyses have been used for the navigation of renewable energy technologies and identifying key or hot spots points in various sectors including social, economic, legal, technological, and environmental. [PERSON] et al. [28] investigated the status of marine renewable energy potential in the Mediterranean Sea and especially around the island of Cyprus. According to their study, OW energy in the Mediterranean Sea is the prominent outlet followed by marine biomasses. On the other hand, they explained that the main physical parameter for developing marine renewable energy projects around that islands is bathymetry. [PERSON] et al. [29], using a spatial planning approach, explained the feasibility of installation by choosing a best location for wind turbine generators (WTGs) and wave energy converters (WECs). They proposed a quantitative spatial approach to identify potential sites of interest for the development of marine renewables with an effective perspective, by considering and minimizing potential environmental impacts. The obtained results showed that the Tyrrhenian coastline surrounding the island of Elba, the Northern and Western Sardinian coasts and the Adriatic Sea and Ionian coastal waters, were the most suitable sites for installing marine energy converters. Moreover, further studies about SWOT analysis locations are available.