The Pembrokeshire Eco Park has been officially opened by the Welsh Government’s Cabinet Minister for Rural Resilience and Sustainability, Llyr Gruffydd MS.
The opening ceremony took place on Tuesday, August 18, bringing together the minister, Pembrokeshire County Council’s Cabinet Member for Resident Services Cllr Rhys Sinnett, council officers, partners and stakeholders.
The Eco Park has been operational since November 14, 2024, and represents a significant investment in Pembrokeshire’s environmental future.
Its modern facilities support sustainable waste management and resource recovery, while helping the county move towards a more circular economy.
The site has been designed to maximise the value of materials collected across Pembrokeshire, reducing environmental impacts and improving operational efficiency.
Cllr Rhys Sinnett, Cabinet Member for Resident Services, said: “The Pembrokeshire Eco Park is a major milestone in our commitment to creating a more sustainable future for our county. This facility will help us manage resources more effectively, support our environmental ambitions and provide long-term benefits for residents and communities across Pembrokeshire.
“We are delighted to welcome Llyr Gruffydd to officially open the Eco Park and mark this important achievement.”
Speaking ahead of the event, Llyr Gruffydd, Cabinet Minister for Rural Resilience and Sustainability, said: “The Pembrokeshire Eco Park shows how local authorities can collect materials for recycling and keep them in Wales, and by doing so, help local businesses grow.
“It will help Pembrokeshire remain one of the best local authorities in Wales for recycling and keep Wales the second-best performing nation globally for recycling.
“Congratulations to Pembrokeshire County Council for building this important new facility.”
During 2024/25, 73.6 per cent of all waste in Pembrokeshire was recycled, making the county the best-performing local authority in Wales for recycling.
A total of 44,000 tonnes of waste was recycled across Pembrokeshire during the same period.
Glass, steel and aluminium cans can be recycled repeatedly without losing quality. Recycling two glass bottles also saves enough energy to boil water for five cups of tea.
The Eco Park will support the council’s wider work on environmental stewardship, carbon reduction and sustainable service delivery, helping resources to be used efficiently for current and future generations.
