Ideas

Discover why Wales is a world-leading country in using innovation to address environmental and economic challenges.

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Wales – A Refill Nation

Wales is on the road to becoming the world’s first refill nation – thanks to the Refill Cymru scheme, which substantially increases the availability of high-quality drinking water throughout the country.

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Sophie Howe, Future Generations Commissioner for Wales

Wales' Well-being of Future Generations Act is the first law in the world that addresses global problems like climate change, poverty health and inequalities. Commissioner Sophie Howe tells us more.

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Mapping the mind

Cardiff University's partnership with Magstim is leading research into the workings of the mind.

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Ifor ap Glyn with views of the Sea

Heart of the nation

Former National Poet Ifor ap Glyn explains how language is at the heart of Welsh daily life.

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Turning heritage on its head

Transforming an old slate quarry into the home of the world’s fastest zip line.

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Zero waste dispensing machines

The race to zero waste

Putting environment and sustainability at the top of the Welsh agenda.

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Sporting success brings us together

Learn about Wales' sporting success and discover what makes Welsh sport so special to endurance athlete and broadcaster Lowri Morgan.

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