However, this project is also dependent on their being a subsea cable.

BBC: Wave power proposal for Shader in Lewis shelved

But the company has decided to no longer pursue the scheme due to a lack of funding and uncertainty surrounding a subsea cable across the Minch.

BBC: Wave power proposal for Shader in Lewis shelved

The Scottish government has expressed disappointment at the uncertainty over a start date for the construction of a subsea power cable.

BBC: Uncertainty over Western Isles cable 'disappointing'

The cost of a planned subsea power cable to link renewable energy projects on the Western Isles and mainland Scotland has risen by 75%.

BBC: Western Isles subsea cable costs rise to ?700m