Power to the People – Communities and the Future of the Grid

Power to the People – Communities and the Future of the Grid

Author: Business News Wales February 13, 2026 Duration: 31:51

As Wales pushes forward with major renewable energy and infrastructure projects, there’s growing recognition that communities must play a central role in shaping the future of the electricity grid.

Host Carwyn Jones is joined by Dr Catrin Ellis Jones, Head of Public Involvement at Trydan Gwyrdd Cymru, Clare Jones, Founding Director at Grasshopper Communications and Owen Llewellyn Jones, External Affairs Manager at Green GEN Cymru to discuss consultation and communication, and what inclusive infrastructure looks like in practice.


From Business News Wales, GRID is a podcast that goes beyond the headlines to examine the complex network of wires, decisions, and ideas powering a nation's ambition. This isn't about abstract concepts; it's a grounded conversation focused squarely on the electricity infrastructure in Wales and its pivotal, often under-discussed, role in the shift toward renewable sources. Each episode connects you directly with the people making it happen, from the engineers managing physical grid constraints to the developers building new wind and solar farms, and the officials crafting the policies that guide it all. You'll hear unfiltered perspectives on the real-world trade-offs, the technological breakthroughs, and the collaborative efforts required to balance demand, supply, and environmental goals. Listening to this podcast provides a clearer understanding of how energy transition truly works-not as a distant ideal, but as a tangible, ongoing project with voices from across the sector. GRID delves into the practicalities and human stories behind upgrading a national asset for a sustainable future, offering a vital narrative for anyone interested in the business, technology, and community implications of energy.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 4

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Podcast Episodes
The Gridlock Threat – Why Wales Must Move Fast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:21
This episode takes a step back to look at the broader implications of grid development in Wales and the urgency now required to avoid long-term damage to economic growth, industrial resilience, and investor confidence.It…
The Cost of Electrification – Technology vs Inaction [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:52
Welcome to Episode 2 of GRID – The Cost of Electrification: Technology vs Inaction.In this episode, host Carwyn Jones explores the real price of powering up Wales. It's not just a question of overhead lines versus underg…
The Backbone of Wales’ Green Future [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:08
The opening episode introduces listeners to the critical importance of Wales’ electricity grid in supporting the transition to Net Zero. It will lay the foundation for the series by explaining how the grid functions, the…