Richmond's progress toward becoming carbon neutral by 2030
Richmond upon Thames has secured £7 million for green projects to advance its carbon neutral by 2030 goal.
Richmond upon Thames was awarded £7 million in September 2025 for green projects across the borough. This funding, from Phase 4 of the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme, will support projects with a total cost of £8.94 million, including a council contribution of approximately £1.9 million. These projects, discussed by the Finance, Policy and Resources Committee in September 2025, are planned for five key sites and are expected to be delivered by the 2027/28 financial year.
The Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme funding is intended to support Richmond upon Thames's stated goal of becoming carbon neutral by 2030. The proposed projects, which include roof and wall improvements at five key sites, aim to reduce carbon emissions across the borough, according to a report to the committee.
Key facts
- Richmond upon Thames was awarded £7 million for green projects in September 2025. Source
- The total cost of the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme projects is £8.94 million. Source
- The council will contribute approximately £1.9 million to the green projects. Source
- Projects are expected to be delivered over three years, concluding in the 2027/28 financial year. Source
- The funding was discussed by the Finance, Policy and Resources Committee in September 2025. Source
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