Devon County Council, GB
County Council in England
United Kingdom
Devon County Council, GB publishes Invitation to Tender for smart gullies technology pilot
The selected vendor will integrate flood monitoring technology into street gullies at four locations. The county's Highways and Flood and Coastal Risk Management teams will adapt gully maintenance schedules based on pilot data. Smart gullies also provide real-time insights about flooding hotspots during storms. This 25-month trial is part of the Devon Resilience Innovation Project, which seeks cost-effective methods for preventing future floods.
Devon County Council, GB
United Kingdom
Devon County Council, GB spurs improvements in adult math skills with Devon Multiply program
Local businesses and organizations can access council grants for adult math literacy projects. Project funding ranging from £20,000 to £250,000 per applicant covers training expenses. Devon Multiply targets three areas: math for employment skills, engaging oft-overlooked community members, and Maths Champions training within organizations. Approved projects focus on county residents aged 19 and over who fall at or below Grade 4 in GCSE Mathematics.
Devon County Council, GB
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Devon County Council, GB Tackling Loneliness with Transport pilot supports youth and senior transit
The pilot received £494,000 in national funds for services assisting residents aged 16 to 24 and those aged 55 and over. A "travel buddy" system creates welcoming environments for bus travel with help from trained volunteers and drivers. Devon County Council will build senior confidence in planning, paying for, and riding public transit through a new travel training program. Community rail ambassadors and a Try the Train program will encourage the use of local lines by young residents.
Devon County Council, GB
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Devon County Council, GB prepares for the future of farming with the Devon Agri-Tech Accelerator
Researchers at project partner University of Plymouth are mapping agri-tech usage by county farms and businesses. The DATA pilot creates an Agri-Tech Alliance for local farmers and businesses to share knowledge. Local agri-tech businesses receive up to £15,000 and assistance from a Knowledge Exchange Manage to bring innovations to market. Devon County Council and project partners will create a Farm Innovation Plan tested by farms in West Devon and Torridge.
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Devon County Council, GB improves waste collection in district councils with Shared Saving Scheme
The scheme coordinates waste collection efforts across five district councils. This coordination includes weekly food waste and garden waste collections along with expanded recycling programs. Devon County Council distributes savings from streamlined collections and reduced treatment to the councils for reinvestment. The Shared Saving Scheme has led to a 6% reduction in waste volumes and 6.8 million pounds in savings.
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+4Devon County Council, GB accelerates economic recovery from pandemic with Open Up To Skills program
Devon County Council will fund hundreds of training slots for the initiative through March 2023. Open Up To Skills connects professionals with businesses in recovering industries like catering and tourism. Local residents participate in free courses from Seetec Outsource covering customer service, financial management, and digital skills. Seetec Outsource assists qualifying businesses with free employee recruitment, onboarding, and professional development services.
Devon County Council, GB
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Devon County Council, GB creates Natural Capital Challenge Fund for sustainable economic recovery
The £300,000 fund supports local businesses and community groups that leverage natural assets for job growth. Successful projects receive up to £50,000 each for employment, training, and service programs that conserve green spaces and coastlines. Funding recipients are expected to complete their projects by March 2023. County leaders estimate that the Natural Capital Challenge Fund will restore 50 hectares of green space and reduce carbon emissions by 3,000 tons.
Devon County Council, GB
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