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Consultation on undergrounding-first policy for new electricity lines

  • Consultation launched on new planning policy for undergrounding-first approach to new 11-132kV electricity lines.
  • Welsh Government committed to ending use of large steel lattice pylons for devolved electricity lines.
  • Infrastructure needs to be sensitively designed to minimise impacts on environment and communities.
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Welsh public sector EV fleet cuts diesel use and strengthens energy security

Analysis by the Welsh Government Energy Service estimates that the Welsh public sector electric vehicle (EV) fleet is now avoiding the annual purchase of diesel costing up to £3.7 million (2.4 million litres).

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Shape plans for a new clean energy company, owned by Wales, to benefit Wales

  • Proposals for a new public energy company aims to keep the benefits of our abundant energy sources in Wales
  • It could help bring down energy costs over the longer term.
  • Energy Minister says: “It’s about cheaper, cleaner energy that is made and owned in Wales.”
Section 36 Consent has been granted for the Llŷr Wind Farm

First offshore wind project approved by new Welsh Government

The new Welsh Government has approved its first major offshore wind project, marking a major milestone for Wales’ renewable energy aspirations.

Cabinet Minister for Enterprise, Connectivity and Energy, Adam Price

New Minister endorses potential of offshore wind for Wales

The new Welsh Government Minister with responsibility for energy has said Wales is open for business when it comes to offshore wind and its potential to be a catalyst for economic growth and prosperity.