Written question WQ96406
- Asked by
- Samuel KurtzConservative
- To be answered by
- Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Energy and Planning
- Tabled
- Due
- Answered
- Time to answer
- 7 days
Question
How is the Welsh Government identifying opportunities to generate clean energy using existing transport infrastructure?
Answer
Answered by Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Energy and Planning
Welsh Government is open to engage on viable opportunities with any project developer looking to combine renewable energy with existing infrastructure. Together with the UK and Scottish Government we have joined a consultation on a proposal to mandate the installation of solar canopies on new outdoor car parks as well as views around current planning policy relating to Electric Vehicle charging infrastructure.
We are investing over £1bn to upgrade and electrify our Core Valley Lines railway infrastructure, with brand-new electric trains now in regular operation on these routes thanks to our £800m in rolling stock. This will enable faster, more frequent and cleaner travel options for passengers.