Could you be a carbon cutting hero

ARE you a carbon cutting hero? Are you part of a group actively undertaking carbon cutting activities in the East of England or someone looking to encourage others to cut carbon emissions?

The East of England Development Agency (EEDA) challenges you to come forward and take part in an innovative competition to win a share of £2.5million of public funding.

The call is part of 'Cut your Carbon', a three-year campaign that aims to bring together communities in the East of England to tackle climate change. Groups taking part will be able to measure their carbon footprint to see the success of their actions. They can try to win EEDA match funding of up to £200,000 for projects that apply fresh thinking to cutting carbon emissions.

The Othona open Christian community at Bradwell-on-Sea has already entered the competition. Part of Othona's mission is to encourage people to care for the world, and its environmentally friendly building is complemented by reed beds for grey waste water. The community is committed to locally-produced food, public transport and energy saving initiatives. Its ambitions are for renewable energy (biomass boilers and wind), enhanced grey water/rain water recycling, and even a green gym where
the equipment generates power.

The first funding round closes on June 12. To find out more visit www. cutyourcarbon.org.uk or call 0800 0433 094.

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