THE Leeds City Region has won more than £300k for pilot projects as the area looks to become a green economy pioneer.
The funding will support delivery of insulation and renewable energy to homes and a separate project integrating renewable energy into the city region's "urban eco settlements" at Leeds Aire Valley and York North West.
Tom Riordan, chief officer for the Leeds City Region Partnership, said: "Councils, working closely with the local community, have a central role to play in delivering the UK's ambitious targets on carbon reduction.
"The success of our local carbon framework bid will be critical to the Leeds City Region's ambition to become a world leading, low carbon economy."
Climate Change Minister Greg Barker added: "Local councils can play a vital role in cutting carbon because they have unrivalled local knowledge, experience and influence.
"We want to tap in to this, so we have awarded just over £2m to be shared between 30 pioneering councils to work with individuals, businesses and communities to find the best and most effective ways to reduce emissions and stimulate their local economy. The results of the project will decide what works best so other councils across the country can benefit and learn."