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Author: HMakin

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EcoBoost fund to help New Forest businesses cut emissions and boost sustainability

By HMakin

New Forest District Council (NFDC) is investing £40,000 to continue its successful EcoBoost grant scheme, helping local businesses to reduce their carbon emissions, become more sustainable, reduce costs, and develop innovative environmental projects. Delivered in partnership with IncuHive, the EcoBoost New Forest project offers practical workshops, personalised sustainability advice, and grants of up to £2,000. … Continued

A world class environment and world class economy

By HMakin

By Alison Barnes Chief Executive, New Forest National Park Authority As the New Forest National Park marks its 20th anniversary, the Solent area is undergoing change on many fronts and how we act together now will determine the success of our collective future. Our maritime history connects us to the world; we are home to … Continued

Call for better access to green careers

By HMakin

Green careers need to be made more visible and accessible if the UK is to transition to a low-carbon economy and meet its ambitious net-zero target by 2050, according to new research involving the New Forest National Park Authority. The report, produced by researchers at the University of Southampton, Swansea University and Cardiff University, in … Continued

Reflections on the New Forest wildfire

By HMakin

By Alison Barnes, New Forest National Park Authority Chief Executive and Business South Director At the peak of this summer’s heatwave, on Sunday 9 August, a van caught fire on the A31 through the New Forest National Park. Fanned by strong winds and record temperatures, the blaze spread rapidly to neighbouring heathland. Although partner organisations … Continued