M&S Energy is inviting not-for-profit organisations in Great Britain to apply to its new £400,000 Community Energy Fund Competition.
M&S Energy launched the Community Energy Fund earlier this month to mark its move to supplying all of its electricity from renewable sources. The fund will support community renewable energy projects and technologies across England, Scotland and Wales.
The competition is open to any not-for-profit organisation that wants to use renewable energy to provide community benefit. This could be, for example, parish and town councils, local action or interest groups, village or community hall associations, community energy groups, sports and recreation clubs, libraries, schools, scout and guide groups, religious or faith groups, or any organisation that wants to have a positive impact on the environment.
The following funding will be awarded:
Two national awards of £40,000.
Two national awards of £20,000
Regional funding pots for projects that require a maximum of £12,500.
A judge's prize of £15,000 which will be split between the most innovative or inspiring projects.
The grants can be used for all capital costs relating to the installation of the specified technology between October 2015 and October 2016.
Entries will be judged upon their social and environmental impact and will be scored against a variety of criteria, including:
A clear business case that gives value for money.
An engaged and supportive community.
A measurable community benefit.
Shortlisted applicants will need to organise support from their community to vote for their campaign on the competition website.
The most voted for projects in their national or regional category will secure funding. Funding will also be announced for the most inspiring projects. The results will be revealed by the end of October 2015.
The deadline for applications is 29 July 2015.
An online application and full details can be found on the M&S Energy website.
Souce: J4BCommunity.co.uk
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