Environmental Body Charity How are we financed? Landfill Tax Credit Scheme - October 1996 Voluntary contributions from Onyx Environmental Group Predicted income this year – approx £2m Some Third Party donations required The decision makers Network of 4 regional panels Panels support projects for approval by Trust Board The complete process Types of Projects ‘A’- Contaminated land remediation and restoration ‘B’ – Prevention or removal of pollution Types of Projects ‘D’ Provision, improvements and maintenance of parks and public amenities Types of Projects ‘D’ Provision, improvements and maintenance of parks and public amenities Types of Projects ‘D’ Provision, improvements and maintenance of parks and public amenities Types of Projects ‘D’ Provision, improvements and maintenance of parks and public amenities Types of Projects ‘E’ Restore or repair buildings for religious worship, or of architectural or historical interest Types of Projects ‘DA’- Delivery of biodiversity conservation for UK species habitats So far We have awarded £29 million for over 500 projects across the UK Why Warwick HRI’s Proposal? Waste is a problem Fewer landfills Landfill Directive Re use Looking to the Future Waste as a resource Biodegradable municipal waste Research Expertise – credibility Compost Benefits Risks Maximise potential of waste stream Community Benefits Interesting Results CONGRATULATIONS From the Trust to Warwick HRI