Morlais is Menter Môn’s tidal stream energy project. It manages an area of 35Km² of the seabed near Ynys Cybi (Holy Island), Ynys Môn (Anglesey). The scheme has the potential to generate up to 240MW of low carbon clean electricity.
This week, the Chief Executive of Morlais and Energy Director at Menter Môn, Andy Billcliff, travelled to Japan to participate in the 13th World Congress of Ocean, a leading international event focused on the future of our oceans.
The World Congress of Ocean has become a vital global platform, bringing together top experts, policymakers, and industry leaders to tackle the most pressing challenges facing our seas. This year’s theme, “Sustainable Futures for Our Oceans,” highlights the urgent need for collaboration and innovation to protect marine ecosystems while advancing the blue economy.
Andy Billcliff had the opportunity to contribute his expertise on tidal energy development, at the conference in Osaka, Japan, sharing insights from our pioneering projects in Wales.
This underscores Wales’ commitment to renewable energy and sustainable marine solutions and how Menter Môn is at the forefront of green energy development and innovation with the aim of benefiting the local economy and community by supplying new jobs, contracting local suppliers, providing experiences and of course generating low carbon energy.
Andy Billcliff, Chief Executive of Morlais said:
“This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase Wales’ leadership in tidal energy and to learn from global innovators. Collaboration is key to building a sustainable future for our oceans.”
Menter Môn’s involvement in this prestigious conference reflects its ongoing mission to drive forward renewable energy projects and champion environmental stewardship across Wales and beyond.
If you’d like to learn more about Morlais: The Morlais story | Morlais
