From Heathlands to Hearth: TWYMO’S Eco-Fuel Warms Local Homes

On the wild heathlands of the West, bracken and gorse grow thick and fast. If left alone, they can take over and stop other plants from growing. But TWYMO has found a way to turn these plants into something good for both people and nature.

Through the Cwm Arian Briquette Project, TWYMO collects bracken and gorse and turns it into eco-friendly briquettes. The fuel burns hot, is made locally, and helps families living with fuel poverty stay warm through the colder months.

Sacks of briquettes are available at:

• PATCH Charity Shop, Milford Haven – Mon–Fri, 10am–2pm

• Cardigan Food Bank – Tue & Fri, 10am–3pm

Funded by the Shared Prosperity Fund, the project brings together community support, sustainable land management, and wildlife protection.

From heathland to hearth, TWYMO’s briquettes are more than just fuel—they help keep homes warm, support local wildlife, and help the community.

Photo description: Members of the TWYMO team with PATCH and their briquettes

About Cwm Arian and TWYMO:

The Cwm Arian Briquette Project is run by TWYMO, a Welsh social enterprise focused on supporting communities and the environment. The project harvests bracken and gorse from local heathlands and turns it into locally produced, sustainable briquettes for use as fuel. The initiative addresses fuel poverty, helps manage invasive plants, and protects local biodiversity.