We are proposing a new 132 kV connection to connect energy parks in Mid Wales to the national electricity network.

The Vyrnwy Frankton Connection includes a new substation near Cefn Coch in Powys, together with approximately 2.5km of underground cable from the Llyn Lort Energy Park Substation to the Cors y Garreg Collector Substation, and approximately 50km double circuit 132 kV overhead line to connect to the national electricity network near Lower Frankton, Shropshire.

This new connection is needed to add capacity to the local network, and address the climate emergency by providing the necessary infrastructure to connect green energy to the grid. It can add resilience to the local network helping to pave the way for the rollout of green heating and electric vehicles.

The design of the connection has been influenced by feedback from local communities and stakeholders to our first consultation in 2023 along with environmental assessment.