Need case

We are developing new grid infrastructure to unlock renewable energy and connect it to homes, schools, hospitals and businesses.

New energy parks are proposed in Mid Wales, but the existing electricity network in Powys and Shropshire does not have the capacity to connect them.

The new connection could become part of a more resilient network for the region – creating capacity to support local investment and providing for a future in which we all use more electricity. It has the potential to create new skills and jobs, nationally and locally. And it will support the adoption of low carbon technologies in our homes and businesses, such as electric heating and charging points for domestic and agricultural vehicles.

The urgent need for our country’s energy independence and the challenges of climate change are well recognised by the UK and Welsh Governments.

Addressing the challenges requires urgent action from us all. From government, local authorities, communities, and investors who will provide the infrastructure and services to produce local, clean energy.

At the same time, demand for electricity consumption will increase significantly as the nation uses electricity for industrial processes, to heat homes and buildings, and to charge domestic and commercial vehicles.

Yet, one of the barriers to connecting new renewable energy is the lack of suitable grid infrastructure. To gain energy security and to combat the climate crisis, we need to connect clean energy quickly and efficiently.

Unlocking our energy potential.

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