A manufacturing company in Lochaber has embarked on a £113,300 project to reduce its carbon footprint while increasing production and creating jobs. The West Highland Tea Company (WHTC) has secured a £56,600 investment in the project from Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE). The business is also forecasting a 1.57 tonne reduction in annual carbon and almost 70% increase in productivity. “This latest project by the West Highland Tea Company will make many improvements to the business, mainly carbon and cost reduction, but also enhanced production capacity, job creation and enhance brand visibility. “As the West Highland Tea Company grows and develops it is vital that we minimise our carbon footprint, and this grant is key to us achieving that aim.

Source: The Times December 17, 2023 06:21 UTC