Energy maximising control of wave energy converters (WECs) typically results in exaggerated motion of the device, with consequent increases in mooring and other forces which can adversely affect WEC lifetime. In addition, the exaggerated motion typically increases the incidence of nonlinear hydrodynamic effects, confounding linear analysis upon which many WEC control design paradigms are based. This paper explores the potential to exploit Fano resonance in a wave energy context, where the WEC body remains relatively stationary, while the active power take-off elements are well exercised. Preliminary results suggest that significant WEC body motion reduction is possible, with a modest reduction in energy capture.