The trade association which represents the wind and marine energy industries, RenewableUK, has announced that it is expanding its membership to include companies involved in tidal lagoon energy.
The organisation has covered wave and tidal stream energy since 2004 and will now take on an additional form of tidal power.
Tidal lagoon technology traps water at high tide in vast specially-constructed pools and releases it through turbines to generate low-carbon electricity. Water also passes through turbines as the tide comes in generating more electricity. The artificial lakes can be used for leisure activities such as boating, creating a tourist attraction.
Last month the Planning Inspectorate announced hat it has accepted for consideration an application by Tidal Lagoon Power to build the first project in the world of this type in Swansea Bay. Construction is due to begin in 2015, with first power to be generated in 2018.
Tidal Lagoon Power has become a member after extensive discussions about RenewableUK extending its remit to cover this technology. The expansion was announced at RenewableUK Cymru’s annual conference in Cardiff.
RenewableUK Chief Executive Maria McCaffery said:
“We’re delighted to increase the range of marine technologies that RenewableUK represents by wholeheartedly embracing tidal lagoon energy. This is an exciting time for the dynamic marine energy sector, as Tidal Lagoon Power is set to achieve a global first in Swansea Bay. We are confident that this ground-breaking scheme will point the way for others to follow around the world, so we’re proud to support the deployment of this innovative form of renewable energy. It’s great news for Wales too, as it keeps the nation at the forefront of the renewable energy sector, creating more jobs and attracting further investment”.
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