Funding for businesses to reduce carbon emissions

The Government of Jersey has launched a scheme to help island businesses reduce their carbon emissions.

It said businesses could apply for funding towards the purchase of second-hand electric vans to help make the switch away from petrol and diesel vehicles.

It said 25 incentives of up to £4,000 - 40% of the purchase value - would be available on a "first come, first served basis".

Previously published figures showed transport was the biggest source of carbon emissions in the island and accounted for about 45% of all emissions in 2022.

Minister for the Environment, Deputy Steve Luce, said he encouraged local businesses to go electric with the government's additional incentive.

He said: "Business transport vehicles are responsible for a significant proportion of our transport emissions.

"So this represents a great opportunity for local firms to support Jersey’s decarbonisation journey and make a substantial saving on a used electric van."

The government's electric vehicle purchase incentive continues to be available for individuals and businesses with up to £3,500 towards the cost of an electric car or van.

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