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Emerging energy technology 

Alternative fuels, alternative vehicle fuels and building technology together make up a large part of both the global and the UK’s energy and environmental technologies sector. The latest available figures show energy efficient building technology alone commands 14 per cent of the global market for this sector, while alternative vehicle fuels account for 12 per cent.

In the North West, around 37,000 people work in this sub sector, which is worth around £4.7 billion. Emerging energy has been identified as having enormous potential for growth.

This section highlights the wealth of information and support available to help businesses develop and grow.

Business Link Northwest is your free to use, independent business support and information service. Our specialist advisers know the energy and environmental technology sector well and offer free, tailored one-to-one support for your business. Call us now on 0845 00 66 888 or use our contact us form to find out what we can do for you.

Energy organisations merge
A new industry body, called the UK Hydrogen and Fuel Cells Association, has been formed through the merger of Fuel Cells UK and the UK Hydrogen Association.

Lightbulb iconCompete for fuel cell investment

A £7 million investment in 15 fuel cell and hydrogen demonstrator projects is to be made to boost innovation.

The investment, on behalf of the government, will be made through a competition run by the Technology Strategy Board.

Entrepreneurs programme
The Carbon Trust has launched Entrepreneurs Fast Track, a streamlined offering to support the development of the most promising low carbon technology businesses.

Property rules change
A consultation about replacing a series of environmental regulations for property builders with a single set of rules has begun.