Green Economy Wales

08/12/2023

SUSTAINABLE UNIVERSITY🌱

Bangor University's reputation as a sustainable University has been enhanced further, as the QS World University Rankings: Sustainability 2024, places the university in the top 10% of most sustainable universities worldwide.👏👏

Bangor University’s reputation as a sustainable University has been enhanced further, as the QS World University Rankings: Sustainability 2024, announced today, places the university in the top 10% of most sustainable universities worldwide. The rankings consider the different ways in which univer...

07/12/2023

ECO PROJECT🏠

According to business leaders, the ground-breaking Tŷ Gwyrddfai eco-project in Penygroes will put “rocket boosters” under the county’s economy as well as making properties more energy efficient and cheaper to keep warm at a time of soaring energy costs.

The scheme is being championed by housing association Tai Cyf in partnership with Grŵp Llandrillo-Menai , which runs three colleges, and Bangor University .

There will be an update about the progress at Tŷ Gwyrddfai at the next Net Zero North Wales Network meeting being held at the Conwy Business Centre in Llandudno Junction on Thursday, December 14.

North Wales Business Council Gwynedd Council Conwy County Borough Council

Traditional products like wool and slate will be trialled as part of a major drive to decarbonise 7,000 homes across Gwynedd. According to business leaders, the ground-breaking Tŷ Gwyrddfai eco-project in Penygroes will put “rocket boosters” under the county’s economy as well as making the pr...

06/12/2023

🚨 PANEL DISCUSSION 🚨

In this panel discussion held at the recent RenewableUK Cymru , Future Energy Wales conference, host Matt Hindel , Head of Net Zero and Sustainability for Wales & West Utilities, is joined by a panel of experts to explore the fascinating topic of ‘The Colour of Hydrogen'.

Panellists include Richard Little, Director of Pembrokeshire Net Zero Centre RWE, Tracy Scott, Development Director – Green Hydrogen, RES, Mícheál Ó Broin, Head of Hydrogen Asset Development, Statkraft and Kevin Kinsella, Partner, ERM

In this panel discussion held at the recent Renewableuk Cymru, Future Energy Wales conference, host Matt Hindel, Head of Net Zero and Sustainability for Wales and West Utilities, is joined by a panel of experts to explore the fascinating topic of ‘The Colour of Hydrogen. Panellists include Richard...

05/12/2023

SKILLS PARTNERSHIP🤝

A landmark partnership between RenewableUK and Energy and Utility Skills , the skills organisation for the UK’s energy and utilities industries, is being launched today to create the training and assessment standards needed to meet the UK’s renewable workforce demand.

The new partnership will support delivery of the strategic priorities for people and skills, outlined by the Offshore Wind Industry Council in its upcoming skills strategy due to be published in 2024.

A landmark partnership between RenewableUK and Energy and Utility Skills, the skills organisation for the UK’s energy and utilities industries, is being launched today to create the training and assessment standards needed to meet the UK’s renewable workforce demand. The move aims to provide the...

04/12/2023

WALES CLIMATE WEEK📣

Wales Climate Week has kicked off today!!

Don't miss out, register now and hear all about the steps Wales is taking towards Net Zero goals.

📺WATCH
🎧LISTEN
🗣GET INVOLVED



More information and registration details can be found here⬇️

The line up for the latest Wales Climate Week programme this will include virtual conference sessions led by BT, FareShare Cymru, Innovate UK, Natural

01/12/2023

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN📢

Free visitor registration is now open for the Sustainable Road Transport Show – the UK’s dedicated exhibition and conference for solving commercial and passenger fleet decarbonisation.

Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre

Free visitor registration is now open for the Sustainable Road Transport Show – the UK’s dedicated exhibition and conference for solving commercial and passenger fleet decarbonisation. Taking place between 15-16 May 2024 at Farnborough International Exhibition and Conference Centre, the event, f...

30/11/2023

IMPACT REPORT📊

St David's / Dewi Sant, Cardiff has published its first Impact Report which outlines how the shopping centre has contributed to the economic, social and environmental success of the South Wales community.

St David’s Dewi Sant Cardiff has today published its first Impact Report which outlines how the shopping centre has contributed to the economic, social and environmental success of the South Wales community. The retail and leisure destination is home to more than 180 retailers and restaurants whic...

29/11/2023

CONSTRUCT NET ZERO CYMRU👷

The University of Wales Trinity Saint David has secured funding from Swansea Bay City Deal Bargen Ddinesig Bae Abertawe 's Skills and Talent Programme to deliver courses in energy-saving building techniques to combat the climate crisis.

The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) has secured funding from Swansea Bay City Deal’s Skills and Talent Programme to deliver courses in energy-saving building techniques to combat the climate crisis. UWTSD’s Construction Wales Innovation Centre’s (CWIC) new project, Construct Ne...

28/11/2023

IMPROVEMENT SCHEMES🏘

Communities in Gwynedd are benefitting from Adra Housing Association’s on -going investment in the maintenance of its current stock of houses.

Representatives from Adra and its Board recently visited several locations across the county to see progress on a number of improvement schemes where work is already underway.

Adra Tai Cyf

Communities in Gwynedd are benefitting from Adra Housing Association’s on -going investment in the maintenance of its current stock of houses. Representatives from Adra and its Board recently visited several locations across the county to see progress on a number of improvement schemes where work ...

27/11/2023

SUSTAINABLE LODGE PROJECT🍃

The final luxury holiday lodges at National Park Resort have been handed over by main contractor SJ Roberts Construction.

Constructed with high-quality sustainable timber frame kits, each of the lodges is heated via air source heat pumps and boast features that include stylish décor, high ceilings and their own private sunrooms.

SJ Roberts Homes

The final luxury holiday lodges at Bluestone National Park Resort have been handed over by main contractor SJ Roberts Construction at a ceremony marking the early completion of the resort’s £24m investment programme. A total of 80 platinum lodges have been delivered by SJ Roberts and its sister c...

24/11/2023

GREEN SKILLS🌱

Busnes at LlandrilloMenai’s Centre for Infrastructure Skills and Technology (CIST) is to expand its provision of cutting-edge decarbonisation, renewable energy and retrofitting skills training at a new, world-leading centre, Tŷ Gwyrddfai in Penygroes.



https://greeneconomy.wales/cist-centre-to-expand-decarbonisation-training-at-ty-gwyrddfai-site/

23/11/2023

SUSTAINABLE CONSTRUCTION🚧

Deeside-based sustainable construction innovator, Dura Products Group , has announced an extended partnership with national infrastructure contractor, Colas Ltd ., to install its revolutionary recycled plastic kerbing solution, Durakerb on local highways in the Chester and Cheshire West region.

Deeside-based sustainable construction innovator, Dura Products, has announced an extended partnership with national infrastructure contractor, Colas Ltd., to install its revolutionary recycled plastic kerbing solution, Durakerb on local highways in the Chester and Cheshire West region. The collabor...

21/11/2023

REDUCE WASTE🗑️

Here Scott Hawthorne, Founding Director at Skips And Bins, shares advice on how best to reduce the waste your company may generate.
...Even the smallest changes could contribute to improving waste production within the industry.

The travel industry is one of the largest contributors to waste globally, with the United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP) estimating that around 1.3 billion tonnes of waste is produced by tourists alone. With the global industry forecast to hit a staggering estimate of around £770 billion in...

17/11/2023

SUSTAINABLE TOURISM🍃

Beloved north Wales tourist attraction, Afonwen Craft & Antique Centre switched to solar power with the support of JM Renewable Solutions Ltd in a bid to combat spiralling energy costs.

A beloved tourist attraction switched to solar power in a bid to combat spiralling energy costs. Afonwen Craft Centre – home to the popular Edenshine Restaurant – made the move after anticipating its electricity bills would more than double in the near future. Owners Adrian Dallolio and Janet Mo...

16/11/2023

ELECTRIC VECHICLE TECHNOLOGY 🚘

£89 million of funding has been awarded to 20 cutting edge net zero tech projects, reinforcing the UK as a world leader in zero emissions vehicle technology.

The funding has been awarded through the Advanced Propulsion Centre UK (APC), in support of ambitions to build an end-to-end supply chain for zero emission vehicles (ZEVs) in the UK. £45.2 million of this investment comes from Government, backed by a further £42.7 million from the automotive industry.

£89 million of funding has been awarded to 20 cutting edge net zero tech projects, reinforcing the UK as a world leader in zero emissions vehicle technology. £89 million of funding has been awarded to 20 cutting edge net zero tech projects including hydrogen-powered offroad vehicles, a new lithium...

15/11/2023

CARBON NEUTRALITY🍃

Locit, an innovative manufacturer of steel lockers has scooped a UK first – and what it believes could be a world first – for its sector, by achieving carbon neutrality.

An innovative manufacturer of steel lockers has scooped a UK first – and what it believes could be a world first – for its sector, by achieving carbon neutrality. Locit, based in Deeside, has received PAS 2060 certification, which is deploying a holistic approach to reduce the environmental impa...

14/11/2023

🚨SPECIAL FEATURE🚨

In this special feature Dr Roxy Robinson, Event Director From The Fields highlights the year-round efforts that make Christmas at Bute Park not just magical, but sustainable too...

Roxy Says:

'As tourism operators, we’re looking to create great and memorable experiences, but we want to do this whilst protecting the ecosystem around us and affecting the natural habitat of the park as minimally as we can.'

WRITTEN BY:Roxy RobinsonDirectorFrom The Fields  Some people might not realise that festivals and other seasonal events lasting even a few weeks often involve a year-round effort from the team behind it. Planning for our light trail Christmas at Bute Park, the visitor experience we curate and welc...

13/11/2023

GREEN ECONOMY CONFERENCE📢

There's just over a week to go before the 44theRegionGreen Economy Conference takes place in SSwansea Arena!

There's still time to register for your ticket HERE⬇️
https://link.greeneconomy.wales/4trgec

For the first time SSwansea Councilleaders have announced the topics they will be addressing in the opening session, Council leader Rob Stewart will outline an ambitious vision, discussing the assets and initiatives that could make South West Wales a world leader in green energy and technology.



https://businessnewswales.com/council-leader-to-outline-green-vision-for-swansea-at-the-inaugural-green-economy-conference/

With just over a week to go before the Green Economy Conference takes place in Swansea Arena for the first time, council leaders have announced the topics

10/11/2023

DEADLINE EXTENDED 📢

Wales-based companies who want to bid for work in the floating offshore wind industry now have until Friday 17 November to apply to take part in the Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult’s first Fit 4 Offshore Renewables (F4OR) programme in Wales.

The original deadline of Friday 10 November has been extended to Friday 17 November 2023 to allow extra time for expressions of interest.

You can apply by filling out an expression of interest form here ⬇
https://link.businessnewswales.com/feif

More information here ⬇
https://businessnewswales.com/deadline-extended-for-the-first-fit-4-offshore-renewables-f4or-programme-in-wales/

Wales-based companies who want to bid for work in the floating offshore wind industry now have until Friday 17 November to apply to take part in the

09/11/2023

NATURE FRIENDLY FARMING🥦

The Soil Association is calling for the government to double UK fruit and veg production through nature-friendly farming after the House of Lords dubbed the future of the horticulture sector as “bleak”.

The Soil Association is calling for the government to double UK fruit and veg production through nature-friendly farming after the House of Lords dubbed the future of the horticulture sector as “bleak”. The warning was issued in a report published on Monday 6th November by the cross-party House ...

08/11/2023

CARBON LITERACY DAY🌿

Are you passionate about addressing climate change and eager to make a meaningful impact within your organisation? Here’s an opportunity you won’t want to miss....

Join Cynnal Cymru - Sustain Wales on 4 December 2023 for the Carbon Literacy Action Day, a crucial event coinciding with Wales Climate Week and COP28.

Find out more and book tickets here⬇
https://greeneconomy.wales/event-carbon-literacy-action-day-4th-december-2023/

Are you passionate about addressing climate change and eager to make a meaningful impact within your organisation? Here’s an opportunity you won’t want to miss. Join Cynnal Cymru – Sustain Wales on 4 December 2023 for the Carbon Literacy Action Day, a crucial event coinciding with Wales Climat...

07/11/2023

ZERO EMISSIONS VECHICLES🚗

UK government has set out the percentage of new zero emission cars manufacturers will be required to produce each year up to 2030, following the Prime Minister’s proportionate and pragmatic decision to delay the ban on new diesel and petrol cars from 2030 to 2035.

The path will support manufacturers and families in making the switch to electric, providing flexibility while also helping grow the economy.

The zero emission vehicle (ZEV) mandate unveiled today means the country will have the most ambitious regulatory framework for the switch to electric vehicles (EVs) in the world.

The government has set out the percentage of new zero emission cars manufacturers will be required to produce each year up to 2030, following the Prime Minister’s proportionate and pragmatic decision to delay the ban on new diesel and petrol cars from 2030 to 2035. The path will support manufactur...

06/11/2023

We're all set up and ready to go at RenewableUK Cymru's Future Energy Wales event at the ICCWales in

Pop on over to stand 9 and have a chat with Business News Wales
& Green Economy Wales team members Mark & Natalie

RenewableUK

03/11/2023

EVENT📢

We're really looking forward to attending the Future Energy Wales Conference next Monday & Tuesday, Mark & Natalie will be manning the stand and look forward to chatting to everyone!

Don't miss out, join us & register for tickets HERE⬇️
https://link.businessnewswales.com/fewrp

03/11/2023

PARTNERSHIP🤝

The UK’s leading port company, Associated British Ports & Edf Energy's Hynamics have announced an ambitious partnership to evaluate developing low-carbon hydrogen production and distribution at the Port of Barry in order to help reduce local industries’ CO2 emissions.

The parties have entered a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deliver a feasibility study that will look at ways to use low-carbon hydrogen to decarbonise industrial processes.

The UK’s leading port company, Associated British Ports and Hynamics have announced an ambitious partnership to evaluate developing low-carbon hydrogen

01/11/2023

NET ZERO LAUNCHPAD🍃

‘Launchpad: net zero industry, South West Wales’ is set to benefit from up to £7.5m of new investment to drive the area’s innovation and business growth in renewable technologies.

Businesses can apply for competitive grants, with other support, for innovation projects that focus on technologies that support the region’s transition towards net zero

🚨The competition opened on 30 October and closes on 13 December🚨

The South West Wales Launchpad has been developed by Net Zero Industry Wales , Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council and Pembrokeshire County Council in partnership with Innovate UK

‘Launchpad: net zero industry, South West Wales’ — a partner project which builds on the success of the region’s well-established South Wales Industrial

31/10/2023

EVENT📢

❓Green Economy Conference 2023
🗓️22-11-2023
📍 Arena

The 4theRegion Green Economy Conference is an opportunity for businesses and organisations to come together from across SW Wales, to share knowledge and co-create a resilient future.

✳ Thinking of exhibiting? Good News! There's still chance to book a space Fill out the application form Here⬇
https://link.greeneconomy.wales/4trgeceaf

✳ Want to Attend? Book Your FREE Space Here ⬇
https://link.greeneconomy.wales/4trgec

https://businessnewswales.com/events/green-economy-conference-south-west-wales/

The new Green Economy Conference is an opportunity for businesses and organisations to come together from across Pembrokeshire, Carmarthenshire, Swansea and Neath Port Talbot, to share knowledge and co-create a resilient future. Book your stands ...

30/10/2023

PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS📣

Don't miss out! Register for Tickets to Future Energy Wales 2023 HERE⬇️
https://link.businessnewswales.com/fewrp

Future Energy Wales, a two-day event takes place in the ICC Newport on the 6th and 7th of November is set to provide a clear roadmap of Wales’ renewable

30/10/2023

E-BIKE PROJECT🚲

The Vale of Glamorgan Council & Sustrans Cymru are partnering to deliver an innovative new project that could transform the way that domiciliary carers in the Vale travel for work.

The Travel with Care project will see the Council purchase a fleet of 30 e-bikes that can be used by domiciliary care workers for travelling to work as company vehicles.

The Vale of Glamorgan Council and Sustrans are partnering to deliver an innovative new project that could transform the way that domiciliary carers in the

27/10/2023

FUTURE ENERGY WALES 2023

Supply chain companies in Wales are being offered a fantastic opportunity to learn how the offshore wind boom in Wales could benefit them.

With a great line-up of speakers and experienced supply chain companies, the Floventis team are hosting a special discussion on the Fit 4 Offshore programme (F4OR) at the RenewableUK Cymru Future Energy Wales event on Monday 6th November at 11.30am in room 4 at the ICCWales.

Companies are invited to book a place using code FEWsupply23 to get a discount of 50% on standard ticket prices HERE⬇️
https://link.businessnewswales.com/fewrp

Read More HERE⬇️
https://businessnewswales.com/boost-for-welsh-businesses-to-gear-up-for-floating-offshore-wind/

Supply chain companies in Wales are being offered a fantastic opportunity to learn how the offshore wind boom in Wales could benefit them. At RenewableUK

27/10/2023

EVENT📢

🗓️9th November 2023
⏰9 - 1pm
📍Online
❓Zero Waste Policy in Wales

This Policy Forum for Wales conference will examine the outlook for waste management and next steps in moving towards a circular economy in Wales

More Info & Book Here⬇️
https://businessnewswales.com/events/zero-waste-policy-in-wales/

26/10/2023

SMART METERS⚡️

A national awareness campaign has launched by Utilita to turbo-boost the national smart meter rollout across the private rental sector, in readiness for what is going to be the hardest winter for millions of tenants.

The ‘Smart Landlords, Smart Tenants’ campaign is designed to help landlords understand the basics about the latest smart meters, and the benefits they can deliver for them and their tenants, including life-saving connectivity and remote financial assistance.

Utilita’s Founder and CEO, Bill Bullen says:

“With the affordability crisis continuing to bite and financial resilience at an all-time low, millions more households will need financial assistance from their energy supplier this winter, and without a smart meter, that’s very hard to do. Last year, households without a smart meter missed out on £98 million in Energy Bill Support Scheme (EBSS) vouchers – that’s £400 each, which would have been the difference between having the heating on or off during winter"

A national awareness campaign has launched to turbo-boost the national smart meter rollout across the private rental sector, in readiness for what is

25/10/2023

EVENT📢

🗓️1st November 2023
⏰10 - 11:30am
📍Online
❓Regional Green Economy Roundtable: Food

Join 4theRegion in this engaging roundtable about the regional food system, to share knowledge, collaborate & support initiatives.

🟢Key Discussion Points:

🥕Community Growing: Discover the achievements and challenges of community growing projects in the region.

🤝Food Partnerships: What food partnerships exist in Swansea, Carmarthenshire, Pembrokeshire, and Neath Port Talbot, and how are they promoting locally sourced and sustainable food?

🌿The Welsh Government’s Sustainable Farming Scheme: Gain insights into the vision and objectives of the upcoming Sustainable Farming Scheme, slated for 2025.

🔎What is happening, who is doing what and what more is needed?

Register Here⬇
https://link.greeneconomy.wales/4trgec

24/10/2023

🗓️ We're counting down the days for the 22nd November…

Do you want to know more about what’s happening in South West Wales towards a greener future, raise the profile of your business or project, or get involved in conversations to help shape the green economy?

Head over to our website now to attend or exhibit. See you there! 👋

https://www.4theregion.org.uk/green-economy-conference/

Swansea Council Green Economy Wales Regional Learning and Skills Partnership South West Wales Gower College Swansea

24/10/2023

TECH TYFU SCALE UP⬆️

After a successful two-year programme the groundbreaking Tech Tyfu initiative – delivered by not-for-profit organisation Menter Môn – is set to continue until Summer 2024 via Welsh Government ’s Backing Local Firms Fund.

The Tech Tyfu Scale-Up project aimed to provide vertical farming equipment and businesses support to growers across the country, with a goal of developing local food supply chains for fresh produce.



https://businessnewswales.com/tech-tyfu-scale-up-empowering-growers-and-elevating-local-food-supply-chains/

23/10/2023

EVENT📢

❓Future Energy Wales 2023
🗓️6th & 7th Nov
📍ICCWales

The two day Future Energy Wales exhibition and conference is the place to discover what a diverse & resilient energy mix offers and how we build a roadmap to success in Wales.

Look forward to a dynamic exhibition, cutting-edge programme, and all the latest sector news, opportunities & updates.

✳ Future Energy Wales is the only dedicated event of its kind where attendees will:

💡 Gain Insight: Stay updated on industry trends and Welsh policies.
🤝 Connect: Network with 500+ renewable energy professionals.
🍽 Exclusive Dinner: Join the conference dinner event.
⬆ Raise Your Profile: Get noticed by senior decision-makers.
🔓 Access: Unlock exclusive business intelligence and tech insights🎁 Member Benefits: RUK members enjoy discounts!

Don't Miss Out! Secure Your Tickets HERE⬇️

https://link.greeneconomy.wales/fewe

RenewableUK RenewableUK Cymru

20/10/2023

🚨SPECIAL FEATURE🚨

As we gear up for November's Future Energy Wales event at ICCWales, Jessica Hooper, Director at RenewableUK Cymru, shares her inspiring journey into the world of renewable energy.

Jess says:

“What excites me most about my current role is the emphasis on solutions. RenewableUK members face many common difficulties, whether that is a lack of grid connection or extensive delays in the planning system. My role is to help them collaborate to find resolutions, and then take those to the policy makers with the power to implement them. I would like to use Future Energy Wales as a mechanism to hold both the UK and Welsh Governments to account – to demonstrate how they need to deliver to meet their own net zero targets.”

Future Energy Wales will be packed with insight, business networks and tailored events, this two-day conference is the place to discover what a diverse and resilient energy mix offers for small to medium sized businesses in Wales.

✳Register for Future Energy Wales HERE ⬇
https://link.greeneconomy.wales/fewe

✳ Read Jess's Story HERE ⬇
https://businessnewswales.com/future-energy-wales-how-i-got-hooked-on-wind/

Interview with: Jess Hooper Director RenewableUK Cymru  

19/10/2023

EVENT📢

❓Green Skills for a Net Zero Wales
🗓️26th Oct 2023
⏰7:45-10:30
📍Cardiff & Vale College

This is your opportunity to connect with senior leaders in businesses of all sizes across Wales to exchange ideas on how we grow a skilled workforce that meets Wales’s net zero commitments.

As well as narrow the skills divide, tackle inequality, and boost good jobs that lift people out of poverty and ensure a just transition meaning no-one is left behind.

Business in the Community Cymru Cardiff and Vale College

https://businessnewswales.com/events/green-skills-for-a-net-zero-wales/

18/10/2023

FUNDING💷

A new funding opportunity has been launched for individuals, businesses & communities to deliver sustainable yet innovative solutions to address some of the economic, social & environmental challenges in rural .

🚨The closing date for applications is Tuesday, 31 October 2023🚨

Ceredigion County Council

Find out more and Apply⬇

A new funding opportunity has been launched for individuals, businesses and communities to deliver sustainable yet innovative solutions to address some of