The Welsh Government has launched Trydan Gwyrdd Cymru, a publicly-owned renewable energy company, to accelerate the development of renewable energy projects in Wales.
Wales’ Economy Secretary Jeremy Miles officially introduced the company, which aims to develop onshore wind farms and maximise their value for the people of Wales.
Based in Merthyr Tydfil, the Trydan Gwyrdd team will work with Natural Resources Wales to develop wind farms on the woodland estate.
The company plans to engage with local communities near the initial project sites early on.
At the launch event, the Welsh Government also published its cross-government Heat Strategy, detailing a roadmap for decarbonising the heating of homes, commercial properties and industry as part of its net zero commitments.
The strategy explores various approaches, including using warm water from old mine workings to heat homes in former mining communities.
This initiative is in its early stages, with detailed maps produced by the Coal Authority identifying potential minewater resources.
Jeremy Miles, Cabinet Secretary for the Economy, Energy and the Welsh Language said: “There is no question that clean energy is central to a more prosperous Wales and a better future for our communities. I hope today’s announcements show how we will make the energy transition benefit Wales, both now and in the future.
“Owning our own renewables company on behalf of Wales will allow us not only to develop renewables in ways that fit with the natural environment but most importantly to provide us, and the people of Wales, with the ability to own the returns on what will be a significant investment.”
UK Government Energy Secretary Ed Miliband said: “The people of Wales will benefit hugely from the sustainable, homegrown clean power from Trydan Gwyrdd Cymru.
“I look forward to working closely with the Welsh Government as we make Britain a clean energy superpower, including setting out the first steps of Great British Energy, boosting our energy independence and bring down bills for good.”
