Sunburst sun rays through leaves of large green tree in autumn A series of projects in the south west that protect landscapes and wildlife, connect people with nature and help to create and retain green jobs have secured millions of pounds of funding. The government is providing nearly £40million to 68 projects across England in the first round of the Green Recovery Challenge Fund. Over 800,000 trees will be planted and damaged habitats such as moorlands, wetlands and forests will be restored. The projects will also support conservation work and help to improve education about the environment. Eight south west-based organisations have secured funding towards ten projects.