As the 21st century gets into its stride a new energy future is emerging. Climate change, volatile prices and the availability of fuel are pressing challenges right across the world. Looking to keep the lights on and the economy working, Greater Manchester Energy Group bring to you CONNECTED - our strategic plan in the face of this uncertain future.  Looking to 2020, the plan sets out the current situation, potential issues and proposed solutions for a more sustainable and secure energy future.

Greater Manchester aims to become a global leader in a new kind of economics.  The world’s definitive industrial city marks out a new, sustainable path for its future. Under the banner of 'Decarbonise the City' this series of case studies outlines how Greater Manchester Combined Authority plans to embrace a low carbon future, become more competitive and future-proofed.

Offering the most potential for efficient and effective working on detailed waste planning matters, the Greater Manchester Joint Waste Development Plan  (JWDPD) was adopted by each of the ten AGMA Authorities in 2011.  The JWDPD sets out a spatial framework for waste developments within Greater Manchester up to 2027, helping to direct the provision of adequate waste management facilities to appropriate locations across the city region.  The JWDPD now forms part of the statutory Development Plan for each authority and will be used alongside district-specific planning documents for the purpos

Greater Manchester is the most important economic centre in the UK outside London, with significant opportunities for future growth. An effective transport network is an essential catalyst to realise the potential of Greater Manchester as it connects people to places in a sustainable manner. Meeting this challenge is more critical than ever, as we come out of one of the deepest recessions in generations with lower levels of public funding available.