Further to WQ84319, will the Minister confirm if the Welsh Government supports proposals to redevelop the Aberthaw Power Station site into a tidal lagoon and, if any Welsh Government funds have been provided toward developing the concept to date, the type of expenditure and the amount spent?
Our Programme for Government sets out a commitment to develop a Tidal Lagoon Challenge and support ideas that can make Wales a world centre of emerging tidal technologies. This will help deliver vital socio-economic outcomes and help mitigate the effects of climate change.
The opportunities for renewable energy at Aberthaw, including the potential for tidal energy, are being discussed with Cardiff Capital Region and the Vale of Glamorgan Council.