The Welsh government has announced a new £10 million capital grant scheme to support the development of Smart Local Energy Systems (SLES) across Wales.
The grant scheme is open to community energy organisations, social enterprises, public sector bodies, and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Applicants are encouraged to develop innovative projects that integrate local energy generation, storage, and infrastructure, making energy systems more efficient and delivering tangible local benefits, including lower energy costs.
By deploying SLES projects across Wales, the Welsh Government believes it will gain insights into the benefits that can be secured for communities.
Established by Welsh Government in 2023, the Ynni Cymru programme’s aim is to ensure that energy generation benefits are retained locally, promoting community ownership of integrated renewable energy assets as a central strategy in the transition to a low-carbon economy.
More information on how to apply here