The Severn Estuary Commission said it could be the last opportunity to finalise realise the potential to generate clean energy from one of the world's highest tidal ranges
The Severn Estuary Commission ruled out a Severn Barrage, citing environmental impact and disruption, and recommends developing commercially viable tidal lagoons instead. They call for urgent investment in a demonstration tidal lagoon project, supported by aligned UK and Welsh government policies and a tidal range energy national policy statement. The commission emphasizes environmental considerations and suggests using a regulated asset base (RAB) financing model. The recommendation follows a year-long engagement with various stakeholders.
