Pembrokeshire students recently visited Dragon Energy Park to learn about renewable energy, sustainability, and future career opportunities in the industry.

Seven classes from five different schools had the opportunity to visit the Dragon Energy Park, followed by a climate change and renewable energy workshop in Newton Hall. The park boasts 18,468 solar panels and produces 10MWp of clean energy.

167 students and 16 teaching staff participated in hands-on activities, including an engaging investigation into wind turbine design and efficiency. They found out how different forms of renewable energy are harnessed to combat climate change as well as changes we can make in our everyday lives to reduce our carbon footprint.

Samantha Williams from the Dragon Darwin Experience said: “Seeing the solar panels in action and learning how they contribute to reducing carbon emissions at Dragon LNG was eye-opening for the pupils. It’s an incredible opportunity for them to connect classroom lessons with real-world applications in the renewable energy field, and to be able to do it overlooking the Milford Haven waterway was an added bonus.”

Dragon LNG staff also shared insights about current and future careers at the site, highlighting roles in engineering, project management, and renewable energy.

“As we celebrate our 20th year with Dragon LNG, we are incredibly grateful for their long-term support of the Darwin Centre and for facilitating these field trips to their energy park’ added Samantha. ‘We are excited to resume visits to the park upon completion of three 4.5MW wind turbines. This will provide Pembrokeshire pupils with a unique opportunity to witness two forms of renewable energy side by side, further highlighting the commitment of Dragon LNG to reach net zero’

Schools interested in booking a free STEM based field trip or workshop can email the Dragon Darwin Experience on [email protected]