BRYN GILWERN GRID CONNECTION

Actively developing a robust and sustainable electricity network to support Wales' renewable energy future

Green GEN Cymru is proposing a new 132kV (132,000-volt) overhead lines, supported on wood poles, to connect Bute Energy's Bryn Gilwern Energy Park to a proposed new local distribution network at a new electricity switching station, located at the foot of Aberedw Hill, north-east of Builth Wells.

The proposed Bryn Gilwern connection is approximately 5 kilometres.

The new connections will contribute to a more resilient electricity network, reducing pressure on the existing local grid, supporting businesses, and will enable the roll out of green heating and electric vehicles in rural communities.

We want to make sure Wales has the energy it needs in a Net Zero world

There's endless potential for renewable energy in Wales, particularly from the wind that blows across our hills and mountains. We need to get the green energy generated to the many homes, hospitals, schools, businesses and communities that need it across Wales and beyond.

Thank you for your early feedback

We appreciate everyone who took the time to engage and provide feedback during the autumn 2024 non-statutory consultation.

The consultation was held on proposals for the Bryn Gilwern Grid Connection at the same time as the Aberedw Grid Connection project.

As the proposed substation for the Aberedw Energy Park is now located closer to our proposed switching station, the connection required to link the energy park to the distribution network is substantially reduced in scope. As a result, the previously proposed 1 kilometre overhead line, is currently no longer required.

The Bryn Gilwern Grid Connection, which will be supported on wood poles, will progress as a standalone project and will be submitted to Planning and Environment Decisions Wales (PEDW).

The next stage of consultation for Bryn Gilwern is expected to take place in 2026.