the ysbryd y môr award
Established by Marine Energy Wales in 2024, the award celebrates individuals who have been a driving force behind the growth and success of Wales’ marine energy sector.
About the award
‘Ysbryd Y Môr’ meaning ‘Spirit of the Sea’ is an award established by Marine Energy Wales to celebrate individuals or entities whose passion, commitment and vision have been a driving force behind the growth and success of Wales’ marine energy sector.
Established at the MEW Conference in 2024, it recognises those who have made an outstanding contribution to the sector.
Past recipients
The first ever Ysbryd Y Môr award was presented to Anglesey pioneer Gerallt Llewelyn Jones in 2024.
Gerallt Llewelyn Jones - 2024 Recipient
An Anglesey native, passionate Welshman and former schoolteacher, Gerallt established Menter Môn in 1995.
Since then, he has successfully steered the organisation; helping to attract over £70 million of funding to the area and investing in projects such as the Anglesey Coastal Path.
In June 2014, Menter Môn secured a lease from The Crown Estate for a 35km2 area of seabed, now known as Morlais.
nominations for 2025 are now open
Do you know someone whose passion, commitment and vision have helped advance Wales’ marine energy sector?
Our Ysbryd Y Môr award is your chance to highlight those making a difference – whether through innovation, advocacy, collaboration or leadership. By nominating someone, you can shine a spotlight on their achievements and inspire others to follow their lead.
Submitting a nomination is simple. Click on the link below to send us an email.
Remember to share your nominee’s name, details and a brief explanation of why you think they deserve the award.
Nominations close on 31st January 2025 and the winner will be announced at our 2025 conference.
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