Clean Energy and Net Zero Sector
The geographies of Devon, Plymouth, and Torbay are well positioned to play a major role in the UK’s energy transition, with its proximity to Celtic sea floating offshore wind, robust industrial capabilities and expertise in marine engineering, offshore operations and environmental sciences.
Resources and links to further support
Innovate UK (Net Zero) – as part of Innovate UK Business Connect, it supports innovation and access to funding to help drive the development and deployment of new technologies. See https://iuk-business-connect.org.uk/net-zero
Innovate UK Catapult Network (Energy Systems) – fosters collaboration between industry, government, research organisations, academia, and many others to transform great ideas into valuable products and services. See https://es.catapult.org.uk/about/
Great British Energy – a publicly owned energy company with a mission to accelerate clean energy and the industries that support it. See https://www.gbe.gov.uk/
UK Business Climate Hub – provides tools and resources to support small businesses in reducing their carbon emissions and to provide climate solutions. See https://businessclimatehub.uk/
South West Energy Hub – helps public sector and communities to develop, finance and deliver net zero projects. See https://www.swnetzerohub.org.uk/
Other Useful Links
Appledore Clean Maritime Innovation Centre – provides research and development space, and a focal point for maritime innovation activity. See Appledore Maritime Innovation Centre | Torridge District Council
Smart Sound Plymouth – is the UK’s leading testing facility for marine autonomy, uncrewed systems, and advanced ocean technologies, with access to secure, authorised water space and world class expertise. See https://smartsoundplymouth.co.uk/
Plymouth & South Devon Freeport – offers a package of support, including tax and customs benefits, to attract business investment and create high-tech jobs in the South West. See https://pasdfreeport.com/
South West Nuclear Hub – an alliance of academic, industrial and governmental institutions that supports research and innovation in civil nuclear science, engineering and technology. See https://southwestnuclearhub.ac.uk/
Hydrogen South West – a business-led infrastructure ecosystem that supports the accelerated production, transportation and use of hydrogen through connecting people, places and projects. See https://www.hydrogensouthwest.com/
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