Dundee earmarked for Eden Project attraction
The organisation has green sites across the globe and is now considering the City of Discovery.
Dundee City Council, The University of Dundee and local businesses are supporting a feasibility study which is due to start in June.
The original Eden Project in Cornwall, known for its geodesic Biome domes housing rainforests and jungles, has welcomed more than 22 million visitors since opening in
David Harland, chief executive of Eden Project International, said: "We are really excited to be working in Dundee. It is a vibrant city with big ambitions and we hope to be able to create something that encapsulates its unique appeal.
"The opening of the city's V&A in 2018 was a bold statement of intent and we want to be part of the next wave, helping establish Dundee as a truly world-class destination.
"The city was traditionally known for its 'jute, jam and journalism', to which we would hope to add some joy, jubilation and, if not an actual jungle, at least the spirit that enabled us to build one under cover in an abandoned quarry in Cornwall."
At the original site, an estimated £2 billion has been generated for the regional economy.
John Alexander, Dundee City Council leader, said: "Bringing Eden Project Scotland to Dundee would not only mean securing an amazing asset for local people to enjoy, but also adding another world-class attraction to our future visitor offer.
"The vision, ambition and determination embodied in projects like such as Eden - and V&A Dundee before it - will be critical to creating jobs and prosperity as we as a city recover and rebuild."
Eden's portfolio of international projects also includes developments in China, Australia, New Zealand and Costa Rica as well as UK projects including in Morecambe, Derry-Londonderry and Portland.
Tourism Secretary Fergus Ewing MSP said: "In these incredibly challenging times for tourism, business and the wider economy, it is encouraging to see potential new growth through the next steps towards Eden Project Scotland being taken.
"Dundee has a growing international reputation as a prestigious cultural and tourism destination and today's announcement is incredibly welcome news for the city and wider region."
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