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Mobilising local and institutional capital: Community Municipal Investments

Aligning public and private investment to empower communities, drive local growth, and deliver Net Zero ambitions.

Community Municipal Investments (CMIs) are a growing innovation in place-based finance. They enable local authorities to raise finance directly from residents and institutions, providing low-cost finance while engaging communities in the development of place and the Net Zero transition.

Since the first issuance in 2020, sixteen councils have launched 24 offers, raising over £18 million.

This report provides public bodies and investors with insights and examples of how CMIs can be used to diversify local authorities’ funding sources and strengthen trust between councils and communities.

Mobilising local and institutional capital: Community Municipal Investments

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Driving change in transport

At Connected Places Catapult, we collaborate with the entire transport ecosystem to catalyse change.

The UK’s transport system is a vital artery, connecting our communities and driving economic growth. 

Yet, it faces unprecedented challenges: the urgent demand for sustainability, the need for enhanced efficiency, and the rapid pace of technological change. 

This report explores these critical areas, offering insights into the innovation pathways transforming mobility across our nation.

Packed with case studies of how we’ve delivered on-the-ground innovation projects, including:

  • Projects supporting the decarbonisation of the 1.6 billion tonnes of annual UK freight
  • Awarding £60,000 grants to innovators using AI in transport
  • Unlocking £50m in savings with HS2

Driving change in transport

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Zero Emission HGVs and Infrastructure: Infrastructure Planning and Delivery

The delivery of public charging and refuelling infrastructure is critical in facilitating long-distance operations and adoption of zero-emission heavy goods vehicles.

This report outlines the delivery process for infrastructure from conception to operation. It answers key questions including; where to best locate a site, what the core components of site design are, how to secure a grid connection and how best to navigate the planning system to achieve development consent.   

The report highlights key barriers, considerations and signposts to the relevant organisations and guidance to inform early-stage development planning and raises awareness for contributing decision makers and stakeholders.  

To discuss this report further, please get in touch: zeroemissionroadfreight@cp.catapult.org.uk

Zero Emission HGVs and Infrastructure: Infrastructure Planning and Delivery

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