Scientific Evidence, The lagoon would generate renewable electricity., The tides are predictable, making electricity generation reliable., The lagoon could provide electricity for around 155,000 homes., Electricity would only be generated when the tide is moving., Tidal lagoons can last for over 100 years., Tidal power does not rely on sunny or windy weather., Environmental Evidence, The lagoon could reduce carbon emissions., It could help reduce the use of fossil fuels., Marine habitats could be disturbed during construction., Fish and sea animals could be affected by the turbines., Building the lagoon could change water movement in Swansea Bay., New habitats could develop around parts of the sea wall., Economic Evidence, The project would cost over £1 billion to build., Thousands of jobs could be created during construction., The lagoon could create long-term engineering jobs., Some people believe the money could be spent on cheaper renewable projects., The lagoon could attract investment into South Wales., The lagoon could reduce the UK's need to import electricity., Social Evidence, The sea wall could include a walking and cycling path., The lagoon could become a tourist attraction, Construction work could cause disruption for local residents., Local businesses could benefit from more visitors., Some local people support the project because it would create jobs., Some local people oppose the project because of its cost.

Swansea Bay Tidal Lagoon

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