The official launch of the Milford Haven CO2 Project, hosted at the Senedd by Samuel Kurtz MS, brought together over 85 Welsh Senedd Members and business leaders, showcasing Wales’ leadership in achieving net-zero carbon emissions.
The groundbreaking carbon capture and shipping initiative, a collaboration between RWE and Dragon LNG, supported by Acorn, aims to capture up to 5 million tonnes of CO2 per year from the early 2030’s, significantly contributing to the UK and Wales' net-zero targets while generating jobs and delivering £8 billion to the national economy.
By combining expertise, RWE’s Pembroke Net Zero Centre and Dragon Energy aim to capture and safely store CO2, reducing emissions while ensuring Pembroke Power Station continues to provide reliable, low-carbon power to the grid. It’s a partnership exemplifying what can be achieved when industry leaders unite behind a shared vision for sustainability.
Mr Kurtz said: “The Milford Haven CO2 Project is a beacon of innovation, proving that Wales is not only ready to embrace the transition to a low-carbon future but to lead the charge. This project will safeguard local jobs in the industries that have long supported our county’s economy, power millions of homes, and secure a sustainable future for generations to come.”
The Milford Haven CO2 Project integrates carbon capture at RWE’s Pembroke Power Station, liquefaction at Dragon LNG, and transportation to the North Sea for permanent storage, making CO2 shipping a reality for Wales.
As part of the Milford Haven Future Energy Cluster, an industrial hub within the South Wales Industrial Cluster, this project will play a critical role in preserving South Wales' £6 billion industrial sector by providing a non-pipeline CO2 transportation solution.