Why it matters: The investment will help both Suffolk councils develop solar power projects to investment readiness, supporting local climate goals and contributing to the Government's Clean Power 2030 Mission.
The big picture: The two Suffolk councils are among nine public sector organisations, out of 26 applicants, to receive support through the Investment Readiness Service Grant delivered by the Greater South East Net Zero Hub.
By the numbers:
£727,000 total funding distributed across the southeast
Two Suffolk councils among the nine successful recipients
Both Suffolk recipients focusing on solar power development
Projects to be delivered over the next two years
What they're saying: "The Hub is committed to supporting the development and acceleration of local energy projects working toward meeting net zero and the Government's Clean Power 2030 Mission," said Maxine Narburgh, Regional Director at GSENZH.
"Our IRS grant will help these organisations fund project development and move to investment readiness."
"The significant interest we received highlights the appetite to drive forward net zero ambitions across the south east region."
The details: The funding will support project development costs and drive capital net zero projects to investment case and delivery. Besides the Suffolk councils, other recipients include:
Essex County Council – solar power
Tunbridge Wells Borough Council – solar power
Three Rivers District Council – multi-technology
Reading Borough Council – heat network
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust – heat network
Milton Keynes City Council – heat network
Shoreham Port Industrial Cluster – onshore wind
What's next: The Greater South East Net Zero Hub will also provide its Capacity Support service to all applicants, offering assistance with routes to funding, business case development, and advice on delivery models.
The bottom line: Public sector organisations in Suffolk seeking support for net zero projects can contact the Greater South East Net Zero Hub at info@gsenetzerohub.org.uk to learn about available assistance.
