Tidal Power For Merseyside?

The idea of harnessing tidal power from the Mersey has been discussed before however, this new report represents exciting progress towards it becoming a reality. It is also very well timed given the imminent start of COP28.

The proposed project focuses on establishing either a tidal barrage that stretches from Liverpool to the Wirral, or a stand alone lagoon positioned further along the coast, that will use submerged turbines to generate energy from the tide. Once completed, it is claimed that it could provide predictable renewable energy capable of powering a million homes.

The additional advantage of the tidal barrage would be a new connection between Liverpool and the Wirral, which might also be suitable for cycling or walking. It may also provide some degree of flood defense, a potential danger to Merseyside docklands due to rising water levels.