New North Wales College Partnerships to Drive Sustainable Land and Water Management 

Welsh Water is delighted to announce the launch of two new collaborative partnerships with Coleg Cambria Llysfasi and Coleg Glynllifon in North Wales.

These partnerships provide an exciting opportunity to co-create and deliver initiatives that promote the WaterSource message and encourage exemplary land and water management practices, helping to safeguard drinking water sources both now and into the future.

Through this collaboration, Welsh Water will develop a multi-year programme of activities with both colleges, focused on promoting best practice and innovative, mutually beneficial solutions for both Welsh Water and agricultural businesses. Together, the partners will promote campaigns that raise awareness of water quality challenges; trial and support new ways of working, and use the colleges as hubs to share learning and best practice

“We are delighted to announce both of these initial collaborative partnerships which will see us work together with the further education sector, and share knowledge, so we can promote sustainable land management approaches that help reduce risks to field losses, water quality and environmental impact,” said Alwyn Roberts, Water Project Specialist with WaterSource.

“We will also use these partnerships to align best practice to protect the water environment with course syllabus delivery at both Glynllifon and Llysfasi Colleges. Our aim is to inspire and work with the next generation of Welsh farmers to demonstrate how improving farm production efficiency and environmental performance go hand in hand – collectively we can make a massive difference.”

Echoing these views, Martin Jardine, Director of Agri Food at Coleg Glynllifon, said: “We welcome this partnership with Dwr Cymru as it presents an excellent opportunity for Further Education to take an active role in sharing and transferring knowledge to the Land based sector. Ensuring that future generations understand the opportunities to embed new ways of working will wherever possible see challenges understood and best practice adopted.”

Elin Roberts, Head of Llysfasi, added: “At Llysfasi, we’re proud to be working in partnership with Dŵr Cymru to promote sustainable land and water management through collaboration and shared learning. By combining our agricultural expertise with Dŵr Cymru’s commitment to protecting water resources, we can demonstrate how best practice benefits both farming and the environment.

“This partnership provides valuable opportunities for our students to see these principles in action and to understand their vital role in safeguarding Wales’s natural resources for future generations.”

Coleg Cambria is one of the leading further and higher education institutions in Wales, serving thousands of learners each year across its campuses in Deeside, Northop, Llysfasi, and Wrexham. The college offers a wide range of academic and vocational courses, apprenticeships, and professional qualifications designed to meet the needs of students, employers, and the wider community. Known for its strong industry links, modern facilities, and commitment to innovation, Coleg Cambria provides learners with the skills, support, and experience needed to succeed in their chosen careers. The college is also dedicated to promoting sustainability, inclusivity, and lifelong learning.