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Putting people at the centre of energy systems

03/12/2021 Blog

Katie Privett, Energy Programme Lead for the YNY LEP, reflects on her exploration of sustainable energy ideas at COP26 and why it's important these initiatives put communities at the centre.

Reshaping and planning for growth – learning from challenge to build a stronger economy

20/11/2021 Think Piece

Andy Mayer, Site Director of Cranswick Gourmet Pastry in Malton shares the story of how learning from current challenges will strengthen businesses for the future.

Askham Bryan faces up to challenges of becoming a circular college

13/11/2021 Blog

In this guest blog, Dr Tim Whitaker, CEO and Principal of Askham Bryan College shares how the circular ambitions of the college have fared during the challenges of the last twelve months.

North Yorkshire awarded £768k to go carbon-negative

05/11/2021 News

A pioneering project to deliver a carbon-negative energy system in North Yorkshire has received £768,876 from the Government’s Community Renewal Fund.

Yorkshire comes together to boost business and build healthier and happier communities

01/11/2021 Blog

Our Low Carbon and Environment Team report from the Harrogate Net Zero Business Conference.

More support launched to help pupils in York and North Yorkshire prepare for their future careers

23/10/2021 News

Over 19,000 young people across York and North Yorkshire will benefit from new support to prepare them for the world of work.

How local communities contribute to achieving global climate ambitions

22/10/2021 Think Piece Top News

The long-awaited COP26 starts at the end of October. Its purpose is to unite the world to tackle climate change, with a key focus on looking at how countries can achieve their net-zero targets. Many of the conversations and agreed actions at the summit will be at a global or national level. But what can individuals in local communities and smaller towns contribute to these massive ambitions?

Circular Towns Guide launched for Circular Yorkshire Week 2021 to help towns to grow

16/10/2021 News

A new ‘Circular Towns Guide’ is being launched by the York and North Yorkshire Local Enterprise Partnership to celebrate Circular Yorkshire Week 2021, taking place from the 15th-22nd October.

Finding Your Tribe - How Gaining Allies Makes Good Business Sense.

30/09/2021 Blog

Even in 2021, women are underrepresented at every level of business. Can this fact be correct?

Tree Health Centre opens at Yorkshire Arboretum

24/09/2021 News

We need healthy trees for a healthy future, but trees across the country and around the world are in trouble. Recognising this, the Yorkshire Arboretum has established the country’s first dedicated Tree Health Centre.

Helen Simpson OBE introduces new programme of engagement

15/09/2021 News Blog

We’re excited to bring you our refreshed website and launch our autumn/ winter programme of engagement with you today.

New report highlights economic potential of heritage in York, North Yorkshire and East Riding

07/09/2021 News

A new report published today highlights the incredible heritage of York, North Yorkshire and the East Riding, and the opportunities it presents for good economic growth.

Working in partnership to bring investment into our specialist sectors

05/09/2021 News

This month with are celebrating collaboration in our P=Partnership campaign. Sarah Thomas, Inward Investment Lead, York & North Yorkshire Local Enterprise Partnership (YNY LEP) shares her experience of working in partnership to bring investment into our specialist sectors.

Working together to make a real difference to businesses

04/09/2021 News

Karen Leah from Digital Advantage shares her experience of working with the York & North Yorkshire Growth Hub to make a real difference to businesses.

Partnership powered innovation – utilising our Grow Yorkshire Partnership to drive innovation into our region’s farming supply chains.

03/09/2021 News

This month with are celebrating collaboration in our P=Partnership campaign. Mark Blakeston – Grow Yorkshire Lead for the York & North Yorkshire LEP shares his experience of partnership powered innovation.

North Yorkshire communities urged to plant a tree for the Jubilee

02/09/2021 News

The North Yorkshire Lieutenancy is backing the Queen’s Green Canopy initiative, which encourages people to “Plant a Tree for the Jubilee”, thereby providing a legacy for future generations to enjoy whilst helping to tackle climate change.

Working in partnership with local authorities to help support businesses through COVID

02/09/2021 News

This month with are celebrating collaboration in our P=Partnership campaign. Simon Middleton – Business Relationship Manager for the York & North Yorkshire Growth Hub shares his experience of working in partnership with local authorities to help support businesses through COVID.

Time for region to seize moment

19/08/2021 Think Piece

Helen Simpson OBE, Chair of the York & North Yorkshire Local Enterprise Partnership, discusses local government reorganisation and the benefits of Devolution.

Working in partnership for future funding

13/08/2021 Think Piece

Helen Simpson OBE, Chair of the York & North Yorkshire Local Enterprise Partnership, discusses future investment opportunities for the area, which will help drive the regional economy forward.

Three major strategic projects where partnership has made all the difference

05/08/2021 Blog

This month with are celebrating collaboration in our P=Partnership campaign. Our COO James Farrar shares 3 major strategic projects from across York & North Yorkshire where partnership have made all the difference.

University of York signs the Guildhall lease

05/08/2021 News

The University of York has signed a 15 year lease of the Guildhall, which will bring the historic building back to the forefront of the city’s social, business and civic life.

2022 Queen’s Award for Enterprise awards are open for applications

04/08/2021 News

The Queen’s Awards for Enterprise (QAE) are the most prestigious awards for UK business

P = Partnership: How our partnerships achieve transformation, change and responding to crisis

02/08/2021 News

Today we launch our summer campaign ‘P for Partnership’. To kick things off, Chair of the Main LEP Board Helen Simpson OBE shares her thoughts on how our partnerships are crucial to achieving transformation, change and responding to crisis.

The Career Hub leading York & North Yorkshire on its journey to recovery

23/07/2021 News

Yvonne Emerson, Career Hub Lead for The York & North Yorkshire Career Hub, shares her perspective on how the work to support our young people has changed and inspired her in the last 18 months.

Rural North Yorkshire: The way forward

14/07/2021 News Grow Yorkshire

Today the first Rural Commission of its kind was published, aiming to preserve the beauty of Rural North Yorkshire while embracing new ways of living and being.

Kickstarting Success: the Kickstart Scheme benefits everyone

08/07/2021 News

In the wake of COVID-19, stability has been a rare commodity, making the Kickstart Scheme a goldmine for businesses, young people, and our future.

Kickstart Scheme Success Stories

08/07/2021 News

The Kickstart Scheme is bridging the employment and skills gap for young people and businesses.

How working in partnership has delivered results

22/06/2021 Think Piece

David Dickson, Chair of the York & North Yorkshire Local Enterprise Partnership Infrastructure and Joint Assets Board, reflects on the successful delivery of major infrastructure schemes in the region.

Opening of rebuilt vital A19 link is welcomed

22/06/2021 News

A vital road has reopened, following support from the LEP.

The UK's very own 'rainforests': kick-starting #GenerationRestoration for World Environment Day

04/06/2021 News

In light of World Environment Day and #GenerationRestoration, it’s only fitting that we explore the Land Use and Agriculture roundtable and one of the UK’s most significant ecosystems: peatlands.