Shinan County Finalizes Basic Plan for 1,004MW Tidal Energy Development

Phased Implementation Through 2040
Eco-Friendly Marine Energy Expected to Drive New Growth

On the 30th of last month, the "2nd Shinan County Bird Power Generation Project Committee" meeting was held at the Shinan County Office video conference room. Provided by Shinan County

Shinan County in South Jeolla Province has paved the way for a new chapter in the eco-friendly marine energy industry.

The county announced that it had officially adopted the "Final Report on the Basic Plan for the Promotion of the Shinan County Tidal Power Project" after reviewing and approving it at the "2nd Shinan County Tidal Power Project Committee Meeting," which was held at the county office's video conference room on October 30.

This basic plan includes the development of 1,004 MW (megawatts) of tidal energy across Shinan County's maritime areas by 2040. Tidal energy, a renewable energy source that utilizes the movement of seawater, offers more stable energy supply than solar or wind power due to its regularity and predictability.

Through this plan, the county intends to carry out a phased approach that includes: ▲ conducting a detailed survey of tidal resources in cooperation with the central government, ▲ verifying the combined effects with existing energy sources, and ▲ promoting feasibility assessments and demonstration tests. In addition, the county aims to strengthen collaborative systems among industry, academia, and government ministries to minimize investment risks and to commercialize the technology through demonstrations.

Kim Daein, Acting Mayor of Shinan County, stated, "By adopting the basic plan for tidal power, Shinan will emerge as a hub for the marine energy industry," adding, "We expect that fostering the eco-friendly energy industry will greatly contribute to job creation and economic revitalization in the region."

This project is expected to become a key pillar in Shinan County's mid- to long-term strategy to build a regionally tailored energy industry ecosystem utilizing marine resources, in line with the government's carbon neutrality and renewable energy expansion policies.

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