Green Energy
Accelerating a shift to ULEV Vehicles We have a significant opportunity to leverage the work being undertaken within the region in both power electronics and vehicle manufacture to lead the way in the adoption and take up of ULEVS and take a significant step forward toward our mutual zero carbon agenda, if we can expedite […]
Future-proofing Our Rail Infrastructure
Our vision is to develop a strategic public transport network for the Cardiff Capital Region capable of providing a high-quality, reliable, efficient and affordable transport services to support sustainable economic development and social regeneration.
Aligning Skills Provision with Future Industry Sector Needs
To compete effectively in today’s global economy confidence in a highly skilled, adaptable and dependable workforce is essential. Supply of local skills is one of the key considerations for any business deciding where to locate its operations and is of huge importance to how our region performs.
Provision of Accessible, Affordable Domestic Housing Sites and Employment Premises
The region requires significant core investment into strategic sites and premises that can support foundational growth, local supply chains and sector-specific developments. In addition, support is needed for unlocking unviable sites for domestic housing development and for diversifying the quality, variety, and sustainability of local housing.
Harnessing the Power of Digital Technology – Fibre to the Premise and 5G Enablement
The provision of high class digital services is a stimulant for innovation and the creation of new business streams, leading in turn to economic growth, social inclusion and cohesion. Accordingly it is a critical enabler for the achievement of the CCR strategic ambition and growth plans.
Accelerating Transition to Hydrogen and a Commercial Property Energy Refit Programme
Creating the conditions for a transition to a carbon neutral economy in the CCR, using low carbon energy are considered a key enabler of economic regeneration and fundamental to improving the health and wellbeing of our communities.
Consolidating & Expanding a Creative Capital Region
Our creative and media industries are thriving and have become one of the fastest growing sectors within the CCR.
Developing a Cyber Innovation Hub
Wales has a thriving cybersecurity sector which is growing an international reputation based on externally validated evidence – an internationally recognised mix of cybersecurity-focussed big business, a critical mass of small enterprise and GCHQ-recognised academic excellence – promoted by Welsh Government strategy.
Creating a Digital National Accelerator
Wales has the fastest growing digital economy outside of London, and the growth of the financial and professional sector in Wales has led to a thriving Fintech industry.
Building a World Leading Med-Tech Cluster Fully Integrated with NHS Wales
The Cardiff Capital Region is home to mature medical devices and diagnostic companies, cutting-edge genomic research at Cardiff University and a vibrant cohort of young Med-tech companies.