Aquamarine Power investigates potential for wave energy off Shetland
13 May 11
Representatives from Aquamarine Power are visiting Shetland
today to explore the potential for developing a wave power project
off the west coast of the islands.
Members of our site development team are in Lerwick to meet with
the Shetland Marine Renewable Energy Group to discuss issues
affecting the renewable energy industry such as grid infrastructure
and marine planning. The Shetland Marine Renewable Energy
Group is made up of representatives from various bodies including
Shetland Charitable Trust, Shetlands Islands Council, Highlands and
Islands Enterprise, Scottish Natural Heritage and NAFC Marine
Centre.
Aquamarine Power will also be given a tour of Lerwick to include
Scalloway Harbour, the NAFC Marine Centre and the Lerwick Port
Authority.