Lower James Parsons Lecture Theatre and Exhibition Area

The idea of harnessing the tidal power of the River Mersey is not new. The first plans for a tidal barrage across the Mersey were produced back in 1924, with, reports and studies dating back to the 1980s. The climate emergency, and improvements in turbine technology, mean that tidal power’s time has come. The project is currently in Phase 3 Concept Development which is looking to better understand how a barrage and/or lagoon project can fit in River Mersey and Liverpool Bay. We are continuing to develop our understanding of our river and coastal environment, what a scheme would look like, and how we can balance the benefit of a renewable marine energy scheme into the natural environment. As we strive for Net Zero, both regionally and nationally, then projects like a tidal range energy scheme will be important to increase the mix of renewable generation in the UK and reduce our reliance on oversea energy supply.

Lower James Parsons Lecture Theatre and Exhibition Area

The event will be in the form of a Lecture with opportunity for Q&A and discussion afterwards.

A Light Buffet with Tea/Coffee will be available at 6pm before the talk starts at 6.30pm