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Energy · Wind & solar · 20 October 2026

Welsh Government funds 24 clean energy projects in Wales

Welsh Government has announced that 24 organisations across Wales will receive a share of £8.27 million in Ynni Cymru funding. The money supports projects to generate and use more clean energy for charities, schools, healthcare services, and businesses.

The Welsh Government has confirmed the allocation of £8.27 million in Ynni Cymru funding to 24 organisations across Wales. These projects aim to increase the generation and use of clean energy, supporting a range of groups including charities, schools, healthcare services, and businesses.

Renewable Power Pembrokeshire is receiving £997,566 to generate local electricity for nearby businesses and community buildings. A local laundry business named Snow White is expected to save between £40,000 and £60,000 annually on energy bills as part of the scheme.

Llanidloes District Energy Local Club is receiving £941,280 to install solar panels, battery storage, and EV charging points. Participating households in Powys are expected to save around £368 a year on energy bills, while the project is forecast to generate approximately £14,000 a year for community projects.

Cardiff-based Afanti Media is receiving £668,558 to use battery technology at festivals and events. The funding supports 24 projects in total, with the specific allocations detailed in the announcement.

The original: From cutting household bills to powering festivals: how Ynni Cymru is delivering local benefits across Wales (Welsh Government, 19 October 2026)

Written by StreetOwl from Welsh Government’s own announcement. It was drafted by StreetOwl’s own model, every figure and quotation was checked by code against the announcement, and it was read and approved by Michael Rossi before it went up. It says what was announced, not what anyone should do about it.

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