Tidal energy lagoon project, off the coast of Wales
Name and Location
Tidal energy lagoon project, off the coast of Wales.
Client
Tidal Lagoon Power.
Project Description
The project will involve the construction of 9.5-km-long sea wall in the vicinity of the Port of Swansea, South Wales, to enclose an estimated 11.5 km² of tidal area. Tidal Lagoon Power aims to dredge sand within the lagoon perimeter, construct turbine housings and sluices, as well as create an iconic visitor centre for the lagoon.
The project will have an installed capacity of 320 MW, with a nominal rated capacity of 240 MW – enough to power more than 120 000 homes and prevent the emission of more than 216 000 t/y of carbon dioxide.
Value
£752-million.
Duration
If the project is given approval, construction of the Swansea Bay lagoon will begin in the first half of 2015 with first power being generated in 2018.
Latest Developments
After three years of feasibility work and impact assessments plans for the project have advanced with submission of an application for a development consent order to the UK government.
Key Contracts and Suppliers
Costain, Atkins, and Van Oord (construction).
On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.
Contact Details for Project Information
Tidal Lagoon Power, Andy Field, tel +44 781 804 3977 or email andy.field@tidallagoonpower.com.
Costain, tel +44 1628 842444.
Atkins Global head of offshore renewables, John Foley, tel +44 141 220 2222, email john.foley@atkinsglobal.com.
Van Oord, tel +31 88 826 0000, fax +31 88 826 5010 or email info@vanoord.com.
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