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13th October, 2009 2:14pmLast date for Extended deadline announced for funding for low-carbon pilot projects
Communities and Local Government has announced funding for up to 12 pilot schemes which would involve local authorities using Planning Performance Agreements (PPAs) to facilitate renewable and low-carbon energy applications.
A PPA allows both the developer and the Local Planning Authority (LPA) to agree a project plan and programme which will include the appropriate resources necessary to determine the planning application to a firm timetable.
The funding on offer would be used to deliver expert consultancy support to the LPA and developer.
Details of how to apply can be found on the Atlas Planning website
The deadline for Expressions of Interest has been extended to 31 October 2009. Completed applications should be submitted by e-mail to lowcarbon@atlasplanning.com or by post to:
ATLAS
Homes and Communities Agency
414-428 Midsummer Boulevard
Milton Keynes, MK9 2EA
Energy from Waste
Work is progressing on the selection of a contractor to deliver the technology for Lincolnshire’s first Energy from Waste facility to be located in North Hykeham, to the south of Lincoln.
The facility will be designed and built to a very high standard providing a major energy efficiency boost to Lincolnshire’s economy. The design will ensure the facility is a 'good neighbour' to all in its locality.
Key facts and figures about the facility:
• Designed to treat approximately 150,000 tonnes of waste a year
• £110 million construction cost
• Plans include a visitor centre
• Between 20 and 40 jobs created
• Will be operational 24 hours a day
• Will produce 10 megajoules (MJ) of heat for local use
• Will generate 15 megawatts (MW) of electricity for sale to National Grid
Key next steps:
• Planning application submitted October 2009
• Planning consent in 2009
• Waste Management Company selected 2010
• Construction starts 2011
• EfW facility operational 2013
For more information:
Email: tacklingwaste@lincolnshire.gov.uk
Web: www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/energyfromwaste
Tel: 01522 782070
