A bid to create a carbon-free community in Nottingham has been given a boost.
The city council's proposed "O Zone" scheme in the Meadows has been shortlisted for a �25m lottery grant.
It has now been awarded up to �250,000 to develop the plans, which aim to cut down on emissions of greenhouse gases in the area.
The bid also aims to see homes made environmentally friendly and a water tower built to generate power from the river Trent.
Other proposals for the Living Landmark bid, which will end in a public vote in 2007, include improving the nearby Embankment and park facilities to Green Flag standards.
Councillor Leon Unzcur, portfolio holder for culture, community services & tourism, said: "The O Zone is an exciting, community-centred project which is geared around regenerating communities, making them more sustainable and better places to live, work and play.
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