Numatic International, the renowned manufacturer of Henry Hoovers, has unveiled a £1 million solar farm in Chard, Somerset, marking a pioneering step in sustainable manufacturing in the UK. This innovative micro-solar-park …
Somerset’s groundbreaking new ‘gigafactory’ has received a pivotal £380 million investment from central government, ensuring it remains a key employer and economic driver in the region for years ahead. Agratas is currently …
Bath and North East Somerset Council, known for enforcing some of the country’s strictest energy efficiency standards in new housing, may soon be compelled to abandon its “net zero” building requirements. These regulations …
The construction of a new replacement school in northern Yeovil is set to be completed by summer 2027, following the approval of amended plans. Milford Junior School, originally built in the early 1950s on Glenthorne Avenue, …
Taunton Minster in Somerset is advancing its commitment to environmental sustainability after securing an £18,000 grant from the Church of England’s national Demonstrator Grant programme. This funding supports churches in …
Bristol Airport has defended its expansion plans, describing its role as “critical” to the regional economy, amid warnings from MPs that airport growth could jeopardize the UK’s net zero climate ambitions. A recent report by …
A transformative plan aimed at tackling traffic congestion across Bath is set to enter public consultation this week. With nearly 294,000 daily trips traversing Bath’s transport network—including journeys within, to, from, …
Montacute House, a stunning historic property over 400 years old, is leading the way in merging heritage with green technology. The National Trust has installed eight electric vehicle (EV) charging bays in the car park, …
Two sub-national transport bodies in Southwest England, Western Gateway STB and Peninsula Transport STB, have combined resources to offer up to £100,000 in funding (£50,000 each) to support rural transport initiatives. This …
The UK Government has announced plans to provide families living near new electricity pylons with financial incentives to support the development of essential transmission infrastructure. Under the proposal, households …
Wiltshire Council has voiced strong opposition to the proposed Lime Down Solar Park, describing it as one of the most damaging developments the county has seen in recent memory. The heated debate unfolded during a full …
Bath and North East Somerset Council is inviting local communities to step forward and spearhead small-scale, community-owned renewable energy projects through its new “Energy in Your Community” initiative. This exciting …
The UK government’s recently published Industrial Strategy has sparked sharp criticism from Sarah Gibson, the Liberal Democrat MP for Chippenham, who argues that Wiltshire has been completely overlooked despite its …
Sustain Wiltshire, an innovative green energy organisation, has announced its withdrawal from Wiltshire Council’s upcoming Climate and Environment Summit. The decision comes in response to significant delays in planning …
Nathan Jones, a 42-year-old painter at the Hinkley nuclear power station in Somerset, has voiced his support for the government’s substantial investment in nuclear energy, despite acknowledging the considerable expense …