Call for Expressions of Interest
Earlier this year, the Government announced funding for a new round of the Great British Energy Community Fund, previously known as the Community Energy Fund (CEF). A new name, but the same goal – helping to generate energy closer to where it is used and which local people benefit from.
North West Net Zero Hub have opened a call for Expressions of Interest from community groups across the region.
Funding of up to £140,000 is available to support communities get started on clean power projects that benefit their local areas.
About the Fund
The Great British Energy Community Fund (GBE:CF) is the first grant programme for community energy projects funded by Great British Energy – the new publicly-owned energy company.
The fund is designed to help local communities across the UK transition to sustainable energy solutions and empower communities to take control of their energy needs, reduce carbon footprints, and create a greener, more sustainable future for all.
The Great British Energy Community Fund is a £5million programme being delivered by the five Net Zero Hubs in England on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero and Great British Energy.
The Vision
The government wants every community in the UK to have access to clean, renewable energy.
By providing financial support for project development, it is aiming to foster innovation, drive local energy projects, and promote energy independence.
This fund aims to:
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- Support communities – by helping them to maximise the income generating potential of renewable energy and put this to work locally;
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- Make progress against the Government’s target to increase renewable energy generation, and promote community-owned renewable schemes; and
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- Promote growth and job creation – to enable communities to access the economic benefits associated with renewable energy schemes.
Visit the page for more information: Great British Energy Community Fund | North West Net Zero Hub
