The Energy Redress Scheme has recently opened its 10th funding round with £40 million available to registered charities, Community Interest Companies, Co-operative Societies, Community Benefit Societies and community energy groups across England, Scotland and Wales through the 4 funding streams listed below.
The deadline for applications is Wednesday 15th January 2025 at 5pm. Applications should be made through the Energy Redress Scheme website.
1. The Main Fund, containing £27 million – aimed at projects seeking grants between £50,000 and £2 million that will support households in vulnerable situations.
2. The Small Project Fund, containing £1 million – aimed at projects seeking grants between £20,000 and £49,999 that will support households in vulnerable situations.
3. The Innovation Fund, containing £6 million – aimed at projects that will develop innovative products or services to benefit households. Applicants can apply for grants between £20,000 and £1 million, and
4. The Carbon Emissions Reduction Fund, containing £6 million – aimed at projects that will reduce UK carbon emissions and empower households to reduce their carbon footprint. Applicants can apply for grants between £20,000 and £1 million.
The Energy Redress Scheme prioritises support for:
o Vulnerable people with their energy bills.
o The development of innovative energy-related products or service, and
o Projects to empower individuals to reduce their carbon emissions.
Previously funded projects have included impartial energy advice services supporting vulnerable people, and research projects aimed at making sure that the needs of elderly people and disabled people are met by new energy technologies.
For further information and details about how to apply, please visit the Energy Redress Scheme website.
