“Climate change is everybody’s business and I’m pleased to see Essex businesses leading the way by using innovative, green technology.”
That’s the message from Cllr Tony Ball, Essex County Council’s Cabinet Member for Economic Development, following his recent visit to Taylor Construction Plant (TCP) in Maldon.
The company specialises in cutting-edge, environmentally friendly technology, and produce low-energy, hydrogen-fuelled LED lighting towers for the construction, rail and events sectors
The whole manufacturing process releases zero emissions, making them a completely eco-friendly lighting solution.
It is hoped that more businesses in Essex will invest in similar ways of working and commit to using manufacturing and production processes which reduce the impact on the environment.
Cllr Tony Ball said, “We are absolutely committed to looking at new ways that we can reduce environmental impact across the county and it’s been fantastic to learn more about the businesses in Essex that are already developing green solutions and leading the way globally. I’d like to thank the team at TCP for taking the time to share how they’re working towards a cleaner, greener climate.”
Andrew Barker, MD, TCP said, “It was a pleasure to meet Cllr Ball and I’m really pleased he was able to take the time to visit us.
“This is a very exciting time and we’re proud to be leading the way with a clean air, virtually silent alternative to things like diesel generators that use continual fuel consumption regardless of need. The greener the energy source, the better the environmental benefit for us all.”
Climate change and the environment is currently at the forefront of the county council’s agenda and Cllr Ball’s visit comes off the back of ECC’s recent announcement of a new Climate Change Commission.
The new cross-party group will look to reduce CO2, reduce waste, promote sustainable transport and work to combat climate change, supported by initial funding of £250,000.
The council also recently announced the announced the Essex Forest Initiative – a million pound tree project which will include planting 375,000 trees across the county over the next 5 years, equivalent to the size of 210 football pitches, which will capture 60,000 tonnes of carbon.
