More than 10,000 young people across the West of England are set to gain new ‘green’ skills. It’s all thanks to £300,000 of new funding announced by Mayor Dan Norris today, during Green Careers Week.
The Mayor’s Green Futures Fund will inspire the next generation and equip them with essential skills so they can get new environmentally focused jobs, crucial to achieving the region’s Net Zero targets.
West of England Mayor Dan Norris, said: "I am immensely proud that more than 10,000 young people in the West of England are set to benefit from my Mayoral Combined Authority’s new Green Futures Fund. This £300,000 initiative is part of our region's broader plans to reach Net Zero by 2030, as we continue to build an economy where nobody is left behind. The climate and nature crises that we’re facing require big and bold action, and this fund is all about equipping our young people with skills for the future.
“By backing our young people, we're not only tackling the urgent challenges of our time but also ensuring that the West of England can thrive as a hub of innovation, sustainability, and opportunity. I can’t wait to see the benefits this £300,000 fund will bring to our communities, our economy, and our natural environment for years to come."
Hands-on activities, career insights, and real-world workplace experiences, will all be on offer to young people across the West of England through the Green Futures Fund which will run for two years. The project will be delivered alongside key partners, which include, STEM Learning, South Bristol Youth, UWE, and CareerPilot.
To find out more about the project, visit the Green Futures Fund website https://www.westofengland-ca.gov.uk/what-we-do/employment-skills/green-futures-project/
