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The Scottish Government awarded £17.5 million through its 2026 Just Transition Fund to 22 projects in the North East. The package includes seven commercial projects and 15 community projects funded through a dedicated stream.

The projects are expected to create or support more than 500 jobs and enable 350 learners a year to access industry-aligned training. The government also expects the investment to attract a further £10 million in private funding; that amount is projected, not already secured. Hydrasun received £1.9 million for its project.