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Overview of the powerstation |
- 320MW Tidal power station - 9.5km breakwater (enclosing 11.5km) - 16 Turbines spin from ingoing & outgoing tidal movement - 155,000 homes could be powered - Cost £1 billion |
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Environmental Benefits |
- Renewable source of energy - Generate electricity for 16 hours each day - Low CO2 emissions (in 4 years will have made up for the CO2 initially released) - Lifetime small carbon footprint - 120 year work life |
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Practical / Economical Benefits |
- Simple technology: turbines, breakwater - Employment Short Term: Construction Long Term: Maintenance & Management Recreational and tourism benefits (cycle path, fishing, rowing, sailing) |
