Tim Watts wrote:
On 13/05/10 12:45, Tim Streater wrote:

I favour what I'm told is "tidal stream". Effectively you take a
windmill, turn it upside down, and plonk it in the water. Remember that
the tide happens twice a day, every day. No windless days there. Still,
my niece who works in this field says that there is no silver bullet and
renewables will need to be a mix.


I like that idea. Predictable too, which will help National Grid's
supply planning.

Nice idea, but ahem, a drop in the ocean....Ok I'll get my coat..but it
is really nowhere near enough.