A £16 million pound cash injection to provide more green jobs, as well as affordable homes, sheltered accommodation and business growth in Devon and Torbay has been confirmed by Government.

The capital funding is from Devon County Council and Torbay Council’s devolution deal. The devolution deal for Devon and Torbay includes significant sustainability initiatives:

1. Green Jobs and Skills:
   • Development of a Green Skills and Energy Centre at South Devon College.
   • Training programs at Exeter College focused on green energy skills.
2. Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy:
   • North Devon Council will improve low-quality properties to create energy-efficient housing.
   • Feasibility studies for an electric vehicle solar canopy in Dartmouth and a deep geothermal well in Heathfield.
3. Sustainable Business and Innovation:
   • Establishment of the Appledore Clean Maritime Innovation Centre for sustainable maritime research.
   • Launch of a Green Impact Fund to support businesses and community organizations in adopting sustainable technologies.

These projects aim to accelerate the transition to a net-zero economy and leverage local expertise in green science and technology

You can see more information, including a list of the schemes that will benefit from this funding, in the news story on the Devon and Torbay Devolution Deal website.