Our journey

A catalyst to decarbonise South East Wales

The UK is on a mission to decarbonise its electricity grid by 2035 – eliminating the current 40% fossil fuel share, transforming entire industries, and moving the power supply of a whole country to a completely different model.

CCR Energy is empowering this journey. We are here to drive a ‘just transition’ that brings valuable jobs, development pathways and community regeneration – aligning with pioneering initiatives such as the South Wales Industrial Cluster and Celtic Freeport to position South East Wales as a global leader in sustainable energy and green industries.

Our journey has already started – at Aberthaw – through a Masterplan that will revolutionise energy and manufacturing in our region…

positioning South East Wales as a global leader in sustainability

Unrivalled Potential

This groundbreaking development could become a place for sustainable energy production such as tidal power or small modular reactors … a hub to create green hydrogen and zero carbon fuels … a home of giga factories and battery storage for advanced manufacturing … an energy research centre for continual innovation … and a biodiverse ecology park for everyone to enjoy.

We have the highest expectations – and we expect it to reshape a whole region.

10
Local Authorities in the Cardiff Capital Region
1.5m
population in Cardiff Capital Region which equates to almost half the population of Wales
5000
or more potential job opportunities created for the surrounding people of Wales
300
development acres of land for innovation and investors
18m
tones of pulverised fuel ash (PFA) is currently located at Aberthaw
50%
of the total economic output of the Welsh economy comes from the Cardiff Capital Region

Our Mission

Promote Regeneration and Economic Development

Catalyse regeneration within the region, by nurturing high-value employment opportunities and optimising the potential of a key strategic site to maximise clean economic growth.

Our Mission

Drive Decarbonisation and Innovation

Accelerate decarbonisation in the CCR by inspiring innovative practices, technologies and solutions that foster growth in Industry 4.0 sectors.

Our Mission

Promote Community Wellbeing

Connecting with local values and improving access to natural environments – combating environmental degradation and biodiversity loss, mitigating climate risks such as flooding and erosion.

Unique Investment Opportunity

Aberthaw offers a unique range of exceptional opportunities to invest in an inspirational and innovative low carbon destination. Contact our team now to find out more.

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FAQs

Cardiff Capital Region is a regional body (also known as a Corporate Joint Committee) made up of the 10 councils across South East Wales. The Region has been working together successfully as a partnership since 2017. CCR’s investments and wider activity has already created and safeguarded more than 3,000 jobs across our Region; and supported over 200 businesses, as well as invested millions into local transport infrastructure through a local Metro transport system.

CCR Energy was established by Cardiff Capital Region. The sole shareholder of the company is the Cardiff Capital Region Corporate Joint Committee (CJC). The CJC took the decision to acquire this pioneering initiative, to redevelop the decommissioned power station. The main objective is to accelerate the transition to renewable energy in South East Wales. By harnessing the power of collaboration and innovation, CCR Energy aims to lead the way in creating a cleaner, low carbon future for our Region and beyond.

Yes. CCR Energy Limited was incorporated in March 2022 (company number 13951868) as a private limited company, and is now headquartered at Aberthaw Power Station, the Leys, Aberthaw, Barry CF62 4ZW

CCR Energy is a limited company which is owned by the public sector (CCR CJC).

Aberthaw, once a coal-fired power station, is now a beacon of transformation. CCR Energy acquired the site to turn it into a sustainable low carbon destination. Our goal is to repurpose Aberthaw to harness renewable energy sources, driving our commitment to a low-carbon future and setting a precedent for environmental regeneration.

Aberthaw Power Station is located near Barry in the Vale of Glamorgan, South Wales, within the Cardiff Capital Region. The Cardiff Capital Region includes ten local authorities (Monmouthshire; Newport; Torfaen; Blaenau Gwent; Caerphilly, Merthyr, Cardiff, RCT, Vale of Glamorgan & Bridgend) and is committed to sustainable economic growth and green energy initiatives. The site is being redeveloped into a green energy destination to support growth sectors of the future.

The what3words address for Aberthaw Power Station is ///handbook.chair.flame. You can use this address to pinpoint the exact location on the what3words map for navigation or other purposes.

Our vision for Aberthaw is ambitious and inspiring. The masterplan includes a groundbreaking development that could become a place for sustainable energy production such as tidal power or small modular reactors … a hub to create green hydrogen and low carbon fuels … a home of giga factories and battery storage for advanced manufacturing … an energy research centre for continual innovation … and a biodiverse ecology park for everyone to enjoy. Above all the vision for the redevelopment is to support industry growth through sustainable low carbon energy solutions.

It will take around 4 years for full demolition of the power station, with smaller parts of the site being cleared before final completion. You can keep up to date with site progress by keeping an eye on the Aberthaw project page of the website.

We are keen to work with as many local suppliers as possible, please get in touch through enquiries@cccrenergy.com and send us further information

Regular recruitment campaigns will be taking place over the next few years, where we will be sharing information on our socials and on our website.

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