From Liam O
You mention that we want energy to be “cheap, reliable and green”, but you should have mentioned that we also don’t want it made in our back gardens. Nimbyism is a barrier to a more sustainable energy industry, and one of the reasons why politicians have been so keen to support offshore wind energy despite the relatively high cost of this technology.
Although you refer to solar and wind you forgot to mention one of the UK’s most important natural resources. Tidal barrages use proven technology and can provide predictable power generation as well as a degree of energy storage.
Of course tidal barrages can have a big impact on the local environment, but they must be part of the solution if we are serious about moving to sustainable energy.
Abinger Hammer, Surrey, UK
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