Marine Energy Wales welcomes the introduction of the Infrastructure (Wales) Bill, which we believe will be transformative for our sector and for the wider infrastructure landscape in Wales. A more streamlined and efficient consenting processes outlined in this bill...
What is a Freeport? A Freeport is a special economic area containing tax and customs sites where different economic regulations apply. Welsh Freeports are a joint program between Wales and UK Government. Aim of Welsh Freeports: Promote regeneration and high-quality...
By Holly Skyrme Marine Energy Wales hosted a highly anticipated webinar on Tuesday 25th April 2023, to discuss the recent announcement by Welsh Government of a £750,000 funding pot for tidal lagoon research. The event, which drew an impressive number of attendees,...
First Minister Mark Drakeford has officially opened EDF Renewables UK’s newest office in Cardiff, which will support the company’s ambitious growth plans in Wales. The office opening signifies the company’s continued investment in Wales and to employing a skilled...
Marine Energy Wales welcomes today’s confirmation of a £160 million pound scheme to support port infrastructure projects, as part of a raft of measures released on ‘Energy Security Day’. The UK Government’s plans to scale up affordable, clean, homegrown power in the...
The First Minister of Wales addressed more than 500 delegates at the Marine Energy Wales Conference in Swansea today, outlining the Welsh Government’s ‘huge commitment’ to the offshore renewable energy sector. Speaking about the next steps for the Tidal Lagoon...
