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£150,000 grant for Hackbridge sustainable suburb project
June 17, 2010 3:57 PM
Sutton Council has won a £150,000 from the EU to support its work to make Hackbridge the UK's first 'green living' community.
The grant will help make 45 businesses in Hackbridge greener and more cost effective and was provided by the EU.
Sutton Council will work with environmental charity BioRegional to help local businesses reduce their impact on the environment and make the most of the growing opportunities for greener businesses.
Businesses which take part will undergo a free audit and advice session which will help them to reduce energy and water bills, cut waste, and join together to buy services more efficiently. A forum will also be set up to help businesses network and share ideas.
Cllr Colin Hall, Executive Member for Environment and Climate Change, said: "The Liberal Democrats in Sutton have an ambitious vision to make Hackbridge the UK's most sustainable place to live and work.
"Securing this funding marks an important step in this project. Greener businesses save money and help the environment and in this difficult economic environment supporting business is vital."
The 'Hackbridge Sustainable Suburb Programme' aims to create the UK's first environmentally sustainable suburb.
Zero carbon homes will be built and existing houses will be retro fitted to minimise their carbon footprint. Sustainable transport in the area will be prioritised with more cycle roads, better bus and train links and the provision of electric vehicle plug in sites. The One Planet Food project will also enable residents to buy affordable, low carbon, locally grown food.
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