York and North Yorkshire Secures £6.75 Million for Carbon Cutting Initiatives

The York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority has awarded £6.75 million from the Carbon Negative Challenge Fund to support projects aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing green technology. Beneficiaries include the North York Moors National Park, which will receive over £388,000 for carbon-cutting initiatives. This fund is part of a broader £30 million climate action strategy overseen by Mayor David Skaith, aiming for the region to achieve carbon negativity by 2040.

Published Mar 25, 2026

The York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority has allocated £6.75 million from the Carbon Negative Challenge Fund to support projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote green technology. Grants are being distributed following a competitive application process, with various organizations benefitting.

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The North York Moors National Park will receive over £388,000 for three carbon-cutting projects aimed at landscape protection and carbon sequestration. This fund is part of a broader £30 million initiative that includes the Mayoral Investment Fund, reinforcing the region's goal to achieve carbon negativity by 2040.