Turning the tides: Could hidden sea power energise our coastal towns?
Summary
Engineer David Mummery developed a small tidal turbine called the Swimmer Turbine, which can generate electricity for about 30 homes by harnessing the power of underwater currents. This compact and low-cost device is designed to be built and installed by local communities, offering a new way to use tidal energy for coastal areas.Key Facts
- David Mummery created the Swimmer Turbine after studying fast currents in a Scottish river.
- The turbine is anchored underwater and uses the flow of water to produce 50 kilowatts of power.
- It can supply electricity to roughly 30 homes.
- The device is much smaller and cheaper than large tidal turbines used in Scotland.
- Local fishermen and workers can assemble the turbine themselves using simple components.
- Mummery’s company is called Flex Marine Power.
- Scotland is a leader in tidal power with other projects like Nova Innovation, MeyGen, and Orbital O2.
- Mummery has experience in energy engineering, including nuclear decommissioning and wave power projects.
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