Potential of Duddon Estuary tidal energy generation explored
Published: 2010-02-26 10:06:31
South Cumbria could be in line for an investment boost thanks to a study looking at the region's tidal energy generation potential.
(Sourced from englandsnorthwest.com.)
Britain's Energy Coast (BEC) is considering whether the Duddon Estuary is suitable for tidal barrages, fences, reefs and other technologies, and is also exploring the possibility of a new link road between Millom and Barrow-in-Furness.
Stuart Cowperthwaite, BEC's programme director for West Cumbria, said the region has an "important role" to play in both future energy provision and the prevention of climate change.
"It is an ideal time to revisit and update the potential for tidal energy generation across the Duddon Estuary," he explained.
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