Severn Tidal Power
The tidal energy in the Severn Estuary has the potential to generate more renewable electricity than all other UK estuaries.
A two year feasibility study was launched on 22 January 2008.
The study will look at tidal range technologies, and will consider the contribution tidal power could make to combating climate change and addressing future energy needs. It includes proposals for a severn barrage, as well as lagoons and other options. The study will be led by the Department of Energy and Climate Change with strong support from the Assembly Government and other government departments.
More information
More information on the feasibility study is available on the DECC website including:
- Terms of reference for the Severn Tidal Power project (pdf 30KB, external link);
- An Indicative high-level work plan for this study (pdf 30KB, external link);
- Answers to common queries in the Severn Tidal Q&A document (pdf 226KB, external link); and
- Introductory slides, giving an overview of the project (pdf 657KB, external link).
Visit: Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) website
Getting involved
If you would like to receive updates on the project, please e-mail us at energy@wales.gsi.gov.uk with your details.
Related Links
The deadline for comments was 23 April 2009. The consultation has now closed.
A list of 10 proposed projects that could provide clean, green energy from the tide in the Severn Estuary is being considered.
Updates which outline the progress on the Severn Tidal Feasibility study.
Information from the severn tidal power feasibility study events.