Publications HOME > OUR WORK > PUBLICATIONS The Green Economy in the East of England December 2023 This paper provides a brief overview of the green economy in the East of England, the policy context in which this is emerging, and recommendations for a coordinated approach to its further development. Read State of the Region 2023 - Falling Behind and Not Catching Up November 2023 Our first annual economic monitor of the East, with an analysis on the challenges that need to be addressed on a regional level Read Briefing Note - Our Aims March 2022 The East needs a strong regional voice or it will continue to go unheard and miss out on vital investment. Read 1 1 ... 1 ... 1

Anglian Water < GO BACK TO ALL MEMBERS Anglian Water is the largest water and water recycling company in England and Wales by geographic area. We supply water and water recycling services to almost seven million people in the East of England and Hartlepool. We were the first major utility to enshrine our purpose in the fabric of our company constitution: our Articles of Association. Our purpose is to bring environmental and social prosperity to the region we serve through our commitment to Love Every Drop. Delivering on our purpose is becoming increasingly challenging. We are managing water resources in a region that is water scarce, vulnerable to climate change, has many precious environmental sites to protect, a fast growing population, and a sizeable agricultural economy that relies on water to feed the nation. However, this presents us with many opportunities to better support the communities and places that we serve, as water is increasingly crucial to their ability to thrive. Water underpins economies and businesses; it impacts the quality of green and blue spaces, and it is a key enabler for housing growth, particularly in our fast-growing region. We want to play our part in enabling the East of England to thrive, and we’re excited to join with Eastern Powerhouse and others across the region to help deliver on that aim. 1/1 Website: Twitter: https://www.anglianwater.co.uk/ https://twitter.com/AnglianWater

FSB < GO BACK TO ALL MEMBERS FSB is the voice of small businesses. We work with politicians and policy makers, at every level across the UK, to make a difference for small businesses and the self-employed. As a member-led organisation, our members also benefit from a wide range of services including 24/7 legal and HR advice, legal and tax insurance, financial expertise, and more. Locally, we champion for change too. We deliver direct support to members and use our influence to help enhance the strategies and business support delivered by partners. In the Eastern region, over 90% of businesses are SMEs; not only do they play a vital role in our local economy, but their growth and ambitions are fundamental to the delivery of our region’s long-term vision and prosperity. That’s why we’re proud to be part of the Eastern Powerhouse – working in partnership to make the case for enhanced investment and infrastructure in the East. 1/1 Website: Twitter: www.fsb.org.uk https://twitter.com/fsb_policy

The Hill Group < GO BACK TO ALL MEMBERS Hill is an award-winning housebuilder and one of the leading developers in London and the south of England, delivering both private for sale and affordable homes. In its 21st year, the family-owned and operated company has grown to establish itself as the UK's second-largest privately-owned housebuilder, with an impressive and diverse portfolio of schemes ranging from landmark mixed-use regeneration schemes and inner-city apartments to homes in rural communities. Hill builds around 2,400 homes a year, with 9,900 homes currently under construction and a pipeline of more than 14,000 homes. Around half of the development portfolio is in joint venture to deliver a range of mixed tenure developments, reflecting Hill's commitment to partnerships with government, local authorities, housing associations and private clients. Hill has won over 460 industry awards in the past 21 years, including Best Medium Housebuilder at the Housebuilder Awards in 2020 and 2021. Hill also won Best Home, Best Sustainable Development and Best Medium Housebuilder at the WhatHouse? Awards 2021 and has won Housebuilder of the Year twice. Hill has a growing portfolio of developments in East Anglia, with several sites across the region, including a landmark 220 unit scheme, St James Quay, situated on the banks of the River Wensum and a short walk from Norwich City centre. As an employer of local people, both by the Group and through its supply chain, Hill's impact on the local economy will scale in line with the many exciting developments it has in planning. 1/1 Website: Twitter: http://www.hill.co.uk https://twitter.com/Hill_Group_UK

The Green Economy in the East of England < GO BACK TO ALL PUBLICATIONS The Green Economy in the East of England The East of England is a key region in the UK’s transition towards a greener economy. It is arguably unrivalled in the UK for its unique energy mix. The East has over 50 years of expertise in the oil and gas sector, the world’s largest offshore windfarm development, and nuclear energy production. But the green economy is about more than the energy transition from fossil fuels to low carbon. It encompasses a complex supply chain across numerous industries, including construction and manufacturing, to bring about net-zero carbon emissions and sustainable development. This paper provides a brief overview of the green economy and the policy context in which this is emerging. It also provides a top level analysis of green businesses and jobs in the East of England, relative to other regions and nations in the UK, and an outline of the challenges facing the region in meeting the ambitions for a net-zero economy. Published: December 2023 Download Press Release Key findings: The Eastern Powerhouse would like to see a coordinated, regional approach to the development of the green economy. This could include: A regional net-zero institution ‘Green East’ connected to an Office for Net Zero Deployment A green investment zone , building on any of the many 'green hubs' present in the East A Green finance hub; a regional investment fund, connected to a UK green taxonomy, to attract investment groups Government should back at least one Trailblazer Net Zero city in the East of England Government and Ofgem will need to ensure investment in the regional grid network A regional skills observatory to improve the supply of skills training to meet the demands of businesses in the green economy.

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Greater Anglia Trains < GO BACK TO ALL MEMBERS Greater Anglia is the principal train operator for East Anglia, running services to/from London Liverpool Street and across Essex, Suffolk, Norfolk, Cambridgeshire and parts of Hertfordshire. We have transformed train services in the region in recent years, replacing our entire train fleet with high-quality, brand-new trains. Not only have they improved the rail travel experience for every single journey, but they have helped Greater Anglia become consistently the best performing train operator in the UK and enabled other service improvements, such as direct trains between Norwich and Stansted Airport. We’re passionate about the role rail can play in the sustainable development and success of the region we serve, delivering connectivity and access for customers, communities and businesses alike. By working together with partners in Eastern Powerhouse and wider stakeholders, we can help secure the additional investment in rail infrastructure upgrades that will help not just the rail network thrive, but also support a positive future for everyone and every organisation who benefits from a successful, energy-efficient and environmentally-friendly transport system. 1/1 Website: Twitter: https://www.greateranglia.co.uk/ https://twitter.com/greateranglia

Governance & Structure HOME > ABOUT > GOVERNANCE The Eastern Powerhouse will be a partnership organisation with membership comprising leading businesses, in key industries and sectors. It will be the leading voice of business and civic leadership across East Anglia (Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Greater Peterborough, Lincolnshire, and North Essex). Initial set-up The project will be set up and managed by ResPublica, a Westminster based Think Tank. ResPublica will run the Eastern Powerhouse as an independent cost and research centre. ResPublica will provide the executive and secretariat functions for the Eastern Powerhouse as well as its policy research and advocacy function. This will be similar to an existing Lifelong Education Commission , serviced by ResPublica and chaired by Chris Skidmore MP. The overarching work and direction of the Eastern Powerhouse will be governed by an advisory board, comprised of members including representatives from the public and private sector as well as MPs in the region. This will be chaired by James Palmer (the former Mayor of Cambridgeshire and Peterborough’s Combined Authority). The advisory board will be the central decision-making unit responsible for strategy and policy and will set the priorities for action and research. Phillip Blond will be the executive officer and direct the ResPublica secretariat that will resource the organisation. An interim advisory board will be formed from the initial membership of the Eastern Powerhouse, following a launch event in March 2022. As membership grows, we anticipate that the advisory board will become elected by the membership with a set number of seats and reserved places for businesses, public authorities and MP’s. Private businesses will form the majority of board members. Workstreams Similarly, as membership develops, we will create individual workstreams for strategic priorities in the region (e.g. housing, transport, skills) and key business sectors (e.g. biotech and agriculture). Members will join the individual workstreams that interest them most. Each workstream will have a Chair who can direct and facilitate the work and interests of each stream. We also anticipate that as time goes on these chairs will be elected by the membership of each workstream. Members may join more than one workstream if their interests extend to more than one area. Area Office The intention will be to set up an office in the region with dedicated staff to run regional and local events and aid engagement. Funding The membership fees will support the staff costs and overheads, including media and advocacy for any research we produce. Research projects and reports will be funded by members. BECOME A MEMBER

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IoD < GO BACK TO ALL MEMBERS We have a clear vision – The Institute of Directors is the professional institute for responsible directors and leaders. Our mission is to develop, support and represent skilled, knowledgeable and responsible leaders for the benefit of the economy and society at large. Integrity and Enterprise are our core values. The objects of the institute are: To promote for the public benefit high levels of skill, knowledge, professional competence and integrity on the part of directors, and equivalent office holders however described, of companies and other organisations. To promote the study, research and development of the law and practice of Corporate Governance, and to publish, disseminate or otherwise make available the useful results of such study or research. To represent the interests of members and of the business community to government and in the public arena, and to encourage and foster a climate favourable to entrepreneurial activity and wealth creation. To advance the interests of members of the Institute, and to provide facilities, services and benefits for them. 1/1 Website: Twitter: https://www.iod.com/events-community/regions/east-of-england https://twitter.com/IoDEastEngland

Executive Director < GO BACK TO OUR TEAM Executive Director Email Address: steven@easternpowerhouse.uk ​