Building Wales' renewable energy future

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Unlocking the Welsh opportunity 

Our RenewableUK Cymru office is the most powerful voice for the renewable energy industry in Wales. We are driving the rapid transition to green electricity by putting renewables front and centre at the heart of the Welsh economic agenda and championing the industry alongside our members. 

The Welsh Government has set a target for Wales to meet 100% of its electricity needs from renewables by 2035.

To meet our increasing demand for clean electricity, we need to expand wind, solar, and tidal farms across Wales. Wind power, both on land and at sea, forms the backbone of the energy transition, but a balanced mix of renewable energy sources is essential to ensure energy security and keep costs manageable. This approach brings added benefits, including job creation, community investment, and opportunities for nature restoration.

We champion the pivotal role renewable energy plays in growing Wales’ wider economy and decarbonising our heavy industry. Getting more renewable energy projects up and running not only reduces our reliance on fossil fuels. It also presents a powerful new opportunity to bring thousands of well-paid jobs and millions of pounds in investment for nature recovery and community benefit schemes.

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