Wave Energy
Wave energy is where electrical energy is harnessed from the constant kinetic energy of the sea. Technology still in its infancy but has big potential.
Wave Hub, Cornwall
The Wave Hub in Cornwall is a 8km squared area of the South West Coast of England designed to act as a test bed for various wave energy technologies.
Agucadoura Wave Farm, Portugal
Agucadoura Wave Farm initially consisted of 3 Pelamis wave-following attenuation generators, but plans are now afoot to create a 20MW Wave Farm.
The Severn Barrage – Might It Finally Happen?!
I heard some really good news this week that David Cameron has asked for a re-examination of the Severn Barrage business case. This ambitious construction proposal was killed off as a project back in 2010 due to the environmental concerns…