The Welsh Government is seeking views on the introduction of a new Marine Planning Notice identifying Strategic Resource Areas (SRAs) for tidal stream energy. Tidal stream energy generation is a strategic priority under the current programme for government and there...
As we bid farewell to 2023, it’s time to reflect on the remarkable journey the marine energy sector in Wales has been on over the past year. The last 12 months have been truly transformative for Wales, for the sector and for us at Marine Energy Wales (MEW). Wales...
Alex Gauntt is Supply Chain Director for Floventis; a joint venture between Cierco and SBM Offshore. Floventis currently operates in the UK and US markets and are responsible for the Llŷr Project – a proposed floating offshore wind development in the Celtic Sea,...
Marine Energy Wales Project Manager Jay Sheppard outlines his thoughts on how the current Contracts for Difference funding mechanism for low carbon electricity could be improved. In August, the UK Government announced an extra £22 million of funding for its flagship...
By Matt Telfer, SELKIE Project Coordinator, Marine Energy Wales After four years, Marine Energy Wales’ SELKIE project has drawn to a close. This collaborative endeavour between two universities and four industry partners aimed to advance the development and...
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...
