RenewableUK Cymru
Building Wales' renewable energy future
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.
Renewable energy in Wales
2GW
Renewable energy capacity in Wales
9GW
Target for renewable energy in Wales by 2035
Up to 79%
Public support in Wales for wind, solar and tidal power
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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Our work in Wales
Our aim is to accelerate the transition to renewable energy in Wales. We do this by:
- Advocating for the economic, social and environmental opportunities from onshore and offshore wind.
- Targeting the strategic barriers stalling faster project delivery, such as grid constraints and planning and consenting issues.
- Collaborating with industry, wider stakeholders and government to establish trust and partnership working.
Jessica Hooper
Director (Cymru)
Manon Kynaston
Assistant Director (Cymru)
Abi Beck
Head of Strategic Communications (Cymru)
Our next event
Future Energy Wales | 12 - 13 November 2024 | ICC Wales
Wales is big enough to make a difference yet small enough to make it happen. By partnering across political parties and borders, we can secure a clean energy future that enhances the competitiveness of UK businesses and supply chains, strengthens energy security, and benefits billpayers, communities, and the environment.
Join our two-day event and look forward to a dynamic exhibition, insightful programme, and all the latest sector news, opportunities and updates.
Future Energy Wales is the place to future-proof your business and help shape the renewable energy opportunity for Wales.
News and publications
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- Publications
Membership
We open the door to doing business in Wales. RenewableUK members have a unique opportunity to network, shape policy development, build political support and benefit from expert knowledge through our events, briefings and communications.
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