Experts throw down gauntlet on sea power

Published Date: 24 November 2008

SCIENTISTS and experts from around the world will arrive in Edinburgh to launch a global challenge on renewable energy from the sea.
The Saltire Prize Challenge Committee will meet to define the biggest contest for innovation in green marine energy – the Scottish Government's £10 million Saltire Prize. The Committee is made up of 11 leading figures in science and innovation. First Minister Alex Salmond will launch the challenge at Edinburgh Castle on December 2.He said: "I am delighted that so many world renowned and influential figures agreed to play a part in our drive to take marine renewables to the next level."Their decisions will kick off a worldwide competition to advance marine renewables technology for the benefit of the world