Devon County Council (DCC) has secured funding close to £200,000 to drive initiatives focused on lowering carbon emissions. The allocated funding will be divided between two key projects: the decarbonization of the Heathfield industrial estate situated in Bovey Tracey and a study examining the viability of incorporating solar panels on former landfill sites. Councillor Andrea Davis, DCC's cabinet member for climate change, expressed optimism about the funding, highlighting its potential to explore the generation of clean, environmentally friendly energy sources and potential revenue streams for the council. The financial support, sourced from the South West Net Zero Hub and government-backed, intends to boost the quantity, size, and caliber of net-zero undertakings. Specifically, £99,851 has been designated for the Heathfield industrial estate decarbonization plan, with an additional £97,000 allocated for a study on landfill feasibility. DCC, in collaboration with Teignbridge District Council, aims to assess the feasibility of introducing sustainable energy solutions such as solar panels, green hydrogen, and district heating within industrial estates across the region. Furthermore, the council aims to establish a replicable model that can be implemented in other industrial estates throughout the county. While defunct landfill sites are typically limited in their post-closure usage due to capping and soil restrictions, DCC sees potential in utilizing these sites for solar energy production, given the shallow requirements for fixing solar panels. This endeavor aligns with the broader strategy to foster sustainable practices and harness renewable energy sources for a greener future.