Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham Announces Green Energy Hub and Workforce Initiatives
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Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has announced plans to establish Carrington as a national green energy hub, featuring projects such as a liquid air energy storage plant and a green hydrogen facility. The initiative is part of a broader strategy to re-industrialize the region, which includes the Greater Manchester Baccalaureate work placement program that secured over 1,000 placements this September. Burnham also called for political reforms in Westminster to enhance collaboration among parties in addressing long-term challenges.

Jan 9, 2026, 3:41 PM