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£11bn Tidal Station Could Power 2 Million Homes

1/20/2026

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Julia Barfield, architect of the London Eye, proposes a £11bn tidal station off Somerset to meet AI-driven electricity demand.
The plan would use 125 underwater turbines to generate up to 2.5GW, enough for about 2 million homes.
Local MP Rachel Gilmour supports the plan, envisioning an iconic cycle and pedestrian route.
The project would bring jobs and facilities for Minehead, while the government remains open to renewable proposals.

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Story summary

Julia Barfield, architect of the London Eye, proposes a £11bn tidal station off Somerset to meet AI-driven electricity demand.
The plan would use 125 underwater turbines to generate up to 2.5GW, enough for about 2 million homes.
Local MP Rachel Gilmour supports the plan, envisioning an iconic cycle and pedestrian route.
The project would bring jobs and facilities for Minehead, while the government remains open to renewable proposals.