Green Economy Wales

16/01/2025

ENERGY EFFICIENT HOMES

A modern development of 16 energy-efficient apartments is coming to Crosskeys to help meet the demand for affordable housing in the area.

Not-for-profit housing association United Welsh is working in partnership with Caerphilly County Borough Council and Welsh Government to transform the site of the former St Catherine’s Church into a development of one and two-bedroom apartments.

A modern development of 16 energy-efficient apartments is coming to Crosskeys to help meet the demand for affordable housing in the area. Not-for-profit housing association United Welsh is working in partnership with Caerphilly County Borough Council and Welsh Government to transform the site of the...

15/01/2025

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14/01/2025

B CORP CERTIFICATION✅

, a leading environmental consultancy based in Wales, is proud to announce it has achieved B Corp certification, joining a global community of businesses committed to driving positive change for the planet and society.

The B Corp certification, awarded after a rigorous assessment process, is a mark of excellence for businesses that demonstrate a significant positive impact on the environment, communities, customers, and employees.

Green Ibex, a leading environmental consultancy based in Wales, is proud to announce it has achieved B Corp certification, joining a global community of businesses committed to driving positive change for the planet and society. The B Corp certification, awarded after a rigorous assessment process,....

13/01/2025

SOLAR ENERGY🔆

A new Swansea University - led project has been awarded £3m to develop and manufacture sustainable perovskite solar modules (PSM) in Africa, empowering local communities and promoting sustainable energy.

Funded by the UK Research and Innovation Ayrton Challenge Programme, REACH-PSM is a collaboration with universities, businesses, and local communities in Nigeria, Rwanda, Kenya, and South Africa.

A new Swansea University-led project has been awarded £3m to develop and manufacture sustainable perovskite solar modules (PSM) in Africa, empowering local communities and promoting sustainable energy. REACH-PSM (Resilient Renewable Energy Access Through Community-Driven Holistic Development in Per...

10/01/2025

OFFSHORE WIND

An offshore wind task and finish group will create an action plan designed to ensure Wales capitalises on the “once in a generation” economic benefits and potential for energy security.

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An offshore wind task and finish group will create an action plan designed to ensure Wales capitalises on the “once in a generation” economic benefits and potential for energy security. Rebecca Evans, Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Energy and Planning, said the opportunities for Wales around off...

09/01/2025

NEW PARTNERSHIP🤝

Lean Competency System (LCS) and Repair Cafe Wales have announced their partnership to support sustainability and circular economy in Cardiff.

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Lean Competency System (LCS) and Repair Cafe Wales have announced their partnership to support sustainability and circular economy in Cardiff. The partnership shows a local company’s commitment to supporting a local repair cafe, and recognises the value that repair cafes bring to their communities...

03/01/2025

JANUARY PODCAST 🎙

Look out for the latest podcast being published on 13th January - we focus our conversation on 'Renewable Energy 2025'

Host Rt. Hon. Professor Carwyn Jones is joined by:
- Cathryn Tracey, Burges Salmon LLP
- Abi Beck, RenewableUK Cymru
- Stuart M., Net Zero Industry Wales

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02/01/2025

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01/01/2025

🍾 Happy New Year from all of us at Green Economy Wales🎉

Here’s to a new year filled with exciting projects, and continued progress towards a greener future in 2025

31/12/2024

GREENER BUSINESS

Business leaders in North Wales have been urged to make 2025 a landmark year to ramp up the introduction of green technologies.

Darryl Shaw, who is the Group Operations Director of the Everbright Group Hotels , advised companies not to be daunted by the thought of joining the eco-revolution.

Business leaders in North Wales have been urged to make 2025 a landmark year to ramp up the introduction of green technologies. Darryl Shaw, who is the Group Operations Director of the Everbright Hotels group, advised companies not to be daunted by the thought of joining the eco-revolution. Mr Shaw....

30/12/2024

NET ZERO PUBLIC TRANSPORT

Cardiff Bus, the main operator of bus services in Cardiff and the surrounding area, is leading the charge to become the first net zero public transport company in Wales, bolstering its efforts by investing £29 million into sustainable practices across its fleet.

Cardiff Bus, the main operator of bus services in Cardiff and the surrounding area, is leading the charge to become the first net zero public transport company in Wales, bolstering its efforts by investing £29 million into sustainable practices across its fleet. The leading public transport firm th...

27/12/2024

GREENER FUTURE

More than 80 businesses and organisations attended the second annual Green Economy Conference & Exhibition, organised by 4theRegion in partnership with Consumer Energy Solutions Ltd , Swansea Council and Natural Products BioHub took place in Arena Abertawe in November.

The event brought businesses, organisations and individuals from South West Wales together to highlight positive change already happening across the region, and share knowledge to help co-create a resilient future.

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  More than 80 businesses and organisations convened at major Green Economy event in Swansea to share ideas for long-term sustainable growth. The second annual Green Economy Conference & Exhibition, organised by 4theRegion in partnership with Consumer Energy Solutions, Swansea Council and Natural P...

25/12/2024

Merry Christmas from the team at
Green Economy Wales🎄

Thank you to all who have supported us throughout the year, we're excited to continue showcasing the groundbreaking green developments taking shape in Wales in 2025

24/12/2024

FLAT HOLM ISLAND RETROFIT

Flat Holm Island, the Cardiff Council owned nature reserve is going greener than ever before with the help of a new 14 panel solar array with battery storage, the installation of thermal-lined doors in the island farmhouse, and a new gravity-powered rainwater harvesting system.

The green technology is being installed as a result of £42,000 of capital funding as part of the local authority's One Planet Cardiff response to climate change.

On an isolated island like Flat Holm, with no mains water, gas or electricity supply to connect to, simple things like boiling a kettle and staying warm in the colder months can be more complicated than they are back on the mainland – and also create more climate-damaging carbon emissions than the...

23/12/2024

PEMBROKE HYDROGEN PLANT

RWE the largest power producer in Wales, and the country’s number one renewable energy generator is today announcing that its innovative Pembroke Green Hydrogen plant has been granted full planning approval.

RWE the largest power producer in Wales, and the country’s number one renewable energy generator is today announcing that its innovative Pembroke Green Hydrogen plant has been granted full planning approval. This milestone project has the potential to become Wales’ first major green hydrogen fac...

20/12/2024

MILFORD HAVEN HQ

Haush Ltd plans to be the first of its kind to offer green hydrogen to decarbonise land, sea and air transportation as well as fuel exports to Europe.

Haush Ltd, a green energy and technology company specialising in green hydrogen, has today officially announced Milford Haven as their new HQ as they press ahead with plans to make the area a green hydrogen powerhouse.

Haush Ltd plans to be the first of its kind to offer green hydrogen to decarbonise land, sea and air transportation as well as fuel exports to Europe. Haush Ltd, a green energy and technology company specialising in green hydrogen, has today officially announced Milford Haven as their new HQ as they...

19/12/2024

GREENER GRID PARK

Construction work is now underway at an innovative green energy project north of Swansea, following a groundbreaking ceremony which was attended by the First Minister of Wales, the Rt. Hon. Eluned Morgan MS.

Swansea Greener Grid Park is the first electricity grid stability scheme in Wales from Statkraft , Europe’s largest generator of renewable energy, and equates to around £70m of investment in the Welsh energy transition.

  Construction work is now underway at an innovative green energy project north of Swansea, following a groundbreaking ceremony which was attended by the First Minister of Wales, the Rt. Hon. Eluned Morgan MS. Swansea Greener Grid Park is the first electricity grid stability scheme in Wales from St...

18/12/2024

CELTIC SEA REGION

A joint report by Marine Energy Wales (MEW), Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult (OREC), and Celtic Sea Power (CSP), is urging decision-makers to recognise the existing capabilities of the Celtic Sea region when it comes to supporting the UK’s future floating offshore wind industry and net zero targets.

Offering a new perspective from a regional lens, the report highlights areas where progress is already being made, and areas with existing potential to support the burgeoning renewables industry

A joint report by Marine Energy Wales (MEW), Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult (OREC), and Celtic Sea Power (CSP), is urging decision-makers to recognise the existing capabilities of the Celtic Sea region when it comes to supporting the UK’s future floating offshore wind industry and net zero tar...