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Wales Aims for 100% Renewable Energy by 2035

3/19/2026

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  • Wales launched Renewable Energy Sector Deal, a Welsh Government–industry partnership, aiming for 100% renewable electricity by 2035.
  • The deal targets 70% renewable electricity by 2030 and 1.5 gigawatts of locally owned capacity by 2035.
  • The Morlais tidal energy project is highlighted, backed by an £8 million Welsh Government stake.
  • Critics question workforce training, community benefits, and the plan's impact on family energy costs.