New research is adding momentum to cross-party calls from MPs for wave and tidal energy to be part of the UK government’s Industrial Strategy.
Marine energy leaders are gathering with representatives from across the political spectrum in central London today to call for sea power to be included in the government green paper.
Trade association RenewableUK’s new report “Ocean Energy Race” claims jobs and millions of pounds of investment is being poured into the marine based clean energy sector.
RenewableUK’s chief executive Hugh McNeal said: “It’s vital that the Government recognises that wave and tidal power is transforming coastal communities around the UK, and if we don’t build on our success those communities will miss out.
“Politicians from every party are standing up for marine energy, because they see the benefits to their area. Marine energy can become a key modern industrial sector.
“To make this happen, we’re urging Ministers to include wave and tidal power in their Industrial Strategy.
“We can deliver fresh energy infrastructure on a massive scale, building on Britain’s proud maritime tradition and creating a new clean-tech energy sector.”
Ministers published the Building Our Industrial Strategy green paper last month and launched a 12-week consultation paper on the proposals.
The document sets out a vision to build on the UK’s strengths, close the productivity and wealth gap between different regions and make Britain one of the most competitive places in the world to start or grow a business.
To meet these challenges, the strategy outlines 10 key pillars of focus.
The pillars cover a broad range of themes including the development of skills, upgrading infrastructure, delivering affordable energy and supporting businesses to start and grow.
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