Over 100 years of clean energy.

The world’s largest tidal power scheme is now open for public consultation, offering the potential to supply clean and reliable energy for over a century.

In the Liverpool City Region, individuals and organisations have the opportunity to voice their opinions on the Mersey Tidal Power Projects. This groundbreaking initiative could create thousands of jobs and sustainably power hundreds of thousands of homes for 120 years through the installation of a tidal barrier across the River Mersey.

Mayor of Liverpool City Region, Steve Rotheram, expressed his excitement about the project, stating:

“For centuries, the River Mersey has been instrumental in shaping the prosperity of our region. Today signifies a crucial step towards its future. With the launch of our inaugural public consultation and the commencement of the formal planning process, the Mersey Tidal Power Projects are closer to becoming a reality than ever before.

“This endeavour has the potential to supply renewable energy to hundreds of thousands of households for 120 years, all while creating numerous green jobs. It represents a unique opportunity to solidify our standing as Britain’s Renewable Energy Coast and play a leading role in the global push towards achieving net zero emissions. This project transcends mere energy production; it is a chance to establish a lasting legacy for our communities and the environment.

“The Mersey Tidal Project poses significant challenges related to the environment, ecology, and economy, but the prospect of generating clean, sustainable, and predictable energy makes the planning process well worth the effort.”

This pioneering scheme would be the UK’s first of its kind, promising substantial benefits in energy generation. Moreover, it presents the opportunity to create a cycling and pedestrian route over the river between Liverpool and the Wirral, while also aiding in safeguarding against potential flooding resulting from climate change.

As part of a multi-billion-pound initiative, a report released in March highlighted the cost-saving benefits of opting for a barrage system over a man-made lagoon, as the former would require fewer materials.

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