How could Wales meet energy needs whilst phasing out fossil fuels by 2035?

The report

Wales Net Zero 2035 – How could Wales meet energy needs whilst phasing out fossil fuels by 2035Download
Grwp Herio Cymru Sero Net 2035 – Sut gall Cymru ddiwallu anghenion ynni a dileu tanwydd ffosil erbyn 2035Lawrlwytho

Statements

Matthew Knight (co-chair)

Headlines

  • Increasing planning capacity and streamlining the consenting process to speed up the deployment of renewable energy.
  • Urge National Grid and the UK Government to accelerate GB-wide electricity transmission system initiatives, including the Transmission Acceleration Action Plan.
  • Choreographing industrial decarbonisation through regional economic bodies to deliver better outcomes and realise supply chain opportunities.
  • Seeking devolution of the Crown Estate in Wales and establishing a Wales Wealth Fund, reinvesting income from renewable energy projects for the long-term benefits of future generations across Wales.
  • Encouraging a baseline for community benefit funds to ensure communities benefit from renewable energy projects.

Members

Matthew Knight (co-chair)
Paul Allen (co-chair)
Paul Southall (co-chair)
David Clubb (observer)
Ben Burgraaf (observer)
Juliette Webb (secretariat)
Stan Townsend (secretariat)