Road to Net Zero grants will support Norfolk and Suffolk businesses to access grants from £1,000 to £25,000 for projects that will deliver carbon saving reductions. This is a pilot project, funded by the UK Community Renewal Fund from HM Government. The grant can contribute up to 75% of eligible project costs. Projects can be wide ranging and include, but not restricted to, energy efficiency, clean energy, supply chain engagement, behaviour change/education, reducing waste. The scheme will also help create and enhance a business’s decarbonisation plans. There is a limited pot of funding available, so we are looking for businesses to bring forward investment projects that will have a significant impact on their business, and grant applications will be considered by the panel on “first-come, first-served” basis. The projects must be completed in full by 30 April 2022 so we are looking for projects that are ready to proceed immediately and are not dependent on planning or any other permissions and which have confirmed delivery and completion dates. Examples of projects can include, but are not restricted to:
- LED lighting
- Energy efficient plant and machinery
- Insulation, replacement windows, doors etc. to improve energy efficiency of buildings
- Heating e.g., Biomass, ASHP/WSHP etc. but not fossil fuel alternatives
- Electric commercial vehicles*
- Solar Panels (building regs and planning permission may apply)
- Creation or enhancement of decarbonisation plans
- Further specialist consultancy
Eligibility The grant cannot fund any projects that have been completed or commenced in any way. You must not make any orders or pay deposits until you have been notified of the outcome of your application. Businesses must have been actively trading for a minimum of 12-months to access the grant funding. The scheme is unable to support applications from the Agricultural Sector (primary processing of agricultural products). To speak to the New Anglia Growth Hub’s Net Zero advisers and to apply for the scheme, call 0300 333 6536 or email [email protected] Project background: The programme will also support advisers at the New Anglia Growth Hub and at Suffolk Chamber of Commerce to deliver specialist advice, helping businesses identify the changes they can make. There will also be a Net Zero Challenge Fund to help bring forward innovative ideas. Partners in the project include New Anglia LEP, the New Anglia Growth Hub, Norfolk and Suffolk County Councils, Suffolk and Norfolk Chambers of Commerce, UEA and the University of Suffolk, Groundwork East, Eastern New Energy and Greater South East Energy Hub. For details, visit Community Renewal Fund – New Anglia