The Morlais welcomed Juergen Maier, chair of Great British Energy, to the tidal energy scheme’s substation on Ynys Cybi (Holy Island) this week.
In his first visit to the site Maier learned more about the Morlais tidal energy scheme and its potential to deliver clean, renewable energy to the grid.
During the visit, Maier was given a guided tour of the site and introduced to key members of the Morlais team.
The visit focused on the progress made to date and highlighting ambitions to support the growth of the tidal energy sector in Wales and beyond.
The visit also included an update on the work being carried out as part of the Marine Characterisation Research Project (MCRP), which is gathering vital environmental data to support the development of the Morlais zone and other marine energy projects in the future.
John Idris Jones, chair of Menter Mon Morlais, said: “We were delighted to welcome Juergen Maier to the site and to have the opportunity to share our progress and future plans.
“His interest in Morlais and the marine energy sector is a strong endorsement of the work being done here in Ynys Môn to drive forward renewable energy and innovation.”
Morlais is managed by a subsidiary of the social enterprise Menter Mon.
As one of the largest consented tidal energy sites in Europe, the scheme is set to play a significant role in helping Wales achieve its net-zero targets while creating valuable economic opportunities for the local area.
Menter Mon Morlais has received support and funding from Welsh Government, NDA (Nuclear Decommissioning Authority), Ambition North Wales and the Isle of Anglesey County Council.
Menter Mon Morlais photo of the team with GB Energy Chair Juergen Maier