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Topic Information Sheet – Renewables last updated November 2011

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Argyll & Bute Council – Social Enterprise Team Development Projects and Renewables email – [email protected] Development and Infrastructure Services Tel-01369 708547

Argyll & Bute Council – Social Enterprise Team

Topic Information Sheet – Renewables last updated November 2011

Information

Renewable energy Renewable energy is derived from natural processes that are replenished constantly. In its various forms, it derives directly from the sun, or from heat generated deep within the earth. Included in the definition is electricity and heat generated from solar, wind, ocean, hydropower, biomass, geothermal resources, and biofuels and hydrogen derived from renewable resources.

Wind power Airflows can be used to run wind turbines. Modern wind turbines range from around 600 kW to 5 MW of rated power, although turbines with rated output of 1.5–3 MW have become the most common for commercial use; the power output of a turbine is a function of the cube of the wind speed, so as wind speed increases, power output increases dramatically. Areas where winds are stronger and more constant, such as offshore and high altitude sites, are preferred locations for wind farms. Typical capacity factors are 20-40%, with values at the upper end of the range in particularly favourable sites.

Hydropower Energy in water can be harnessed and used. Since water is about 800 times denser than air, even a slow flowing stream of water, or moderate sea swell, can yield considerable amounts of energy. There are many forms of water energy: Hydroelectric energy is a term usually reserved for large-scale hydroelectric dams. Micro hydro systems are hydroelectric power installations that typically produce up to 100 kW of power. They are often used in water rich areas as a remote-area power supply (RAPS). Run-of-the-river hydroelectricity systems derive kinetic energy from rivers and oceans without using a dam.

Solar energy Solar energy is the energy derived from the sun through the form of solar radiation. Solar powered electrical generation relies on photovoltaics and heat engines.

Biomass Biomass (plant material) is a renewable energy source because the energy it contains comes from the sun. Through the process of photosynthesis, plants capture the sun's energy.

Biofuel Biofuels include a wide range of fuels which are derived from biomass. The term covers solid biomass, liquid fuels and various biogases.

Argyll & Bute Council – Social Enterprise Team Development Projects and Renewables Email – [email protected] Development and Infrastructure Services Tel-01369 708547

Geothermal energy Geothermal energy is energy obtained by tapping the heat of the earth itself, both from kilometers deep into the Earth's crust in volcanically active locations of the globe or from shallow depths, as in geothermal heat pumps in most locations of the planet.

Ocean energy Systems to harvest utility-scale electrical power from ocean waves have recently been gaining momentum as a viable technology. The potential for this technology is considered promising, especially on west-facing coasts with latitudes between 40 and 60 degrees.

Legislation, guidance and advice

Argyll and Bute Council policy/guidance Argyll and Bute Local Plan Written Statement (pages 85 – 90) www.argyll-bute.gov.uk/sites/default/files/planning-and- environment/Argyll%20and%20Bute%20Renewable%20Energy%20Action%20Plan.pdf

Argyll and Bute Council Renewable Energy Webpage www.argyll-bute.gov.uk/planning-and-environment/renewable-energy

Scottish Government legislation/guidance/advice Scottish Planning Policy (SPP) www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2010/02/03132605/0 www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2007/02/02125905/6 www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2008/03/06133051/12

Permitted Development Rights for Microgeneration Equipment on Domestic Properties (Legislation) http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2009/02/06145853/2

Permitted Development Rights for Domestic Micro Wind Turbines and Air Source Heat Pumps (Consultation Paper and responses) http://scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2010/01/14153239/3

Permitted Development Rights for Microgeneration Equipment on Non-Domestic Properties (Consultation Paper) http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2010/07/15092031/1

Argyll & Bute Council – Social Enterprise Team Development Projects and Renewables Email – [email protected] Development and Infrastructure Services Tel-01369 708547 Argyll & Bute Council – Social Enterprise Team

Contact List – Renewables last updated 14th July 2011

Contact List

Argyll & Bute Council Argyll and Bute Council aim to promote the full range of renewable energy resources in our area, in a manner that promotes sustainable economic development and recognises the need for co-existence with other economic activities, our environment, and our communities. To achieve this we are developing partnerships with renewable energy companies to maximise the benefits for our communities. http://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk/planning-and-environment/renewable-energy

To view Argyll & Butes interactive renewables map click below - http://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk/LocalViewExt/Sites/Renewable_Energy/

To view Argyll & Butes interactive list of renewable energy developments http://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk/renewablesinfo

To view Argyll & Butes Renewable Energy Action Plan (REAP) http://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk/planning-and-environment/renewable-energy-action-plan

The Argyll and Bute Renewable Alliance (ABRA) The Argyll and Bute Renewable Energy Alliance brings together key partners - including Argyll and Bute Council, the Scottish Government, Highlands and Islands Enterprise, Marine Scotland, Scottish Power Renewables, Scottish and Southern Energy, Crown Estate Commission and Skills Development Scotland - to ensure a greater awareness of all the issues relating to renewable development across Argyll and Bute, and to act as a key mechanism to assist with delivering the Renewable Energy Action Plan. http://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk/planning-and-environment/renewable-energy

ALIenergy ALIenergy is a local agency that promotes better use of energy and local energy resources throughout Argyll, Lomond and the Islands. We help communities to benefit from improved energy education and energy efficiency and we encourage and promote the development of appropriate renewable energy sources that the area has in abundance, for the benefit of communities within Argyll. http://www.alienergy.org.uk/

Community Energy Scotland (CARES) CARES stands for Communities and Renewable Energy Scheme and is the Scottish Government’s rebranding of the previous SCHRI programme. Community Energy Scotland won the contract to deliver CARES across the whole of Scotland for three years from May 2009. CARES continues the support available for communities under the previous Scottish Community and Householder

Argyll & Bute Council Social Enterprise Team Development Projects and Renewables Email – [email protected] Development and Infrastructure Services Tel -01369 708547 Renewables Initiative (SCHRI) and builds on this by increasing the maximum grant levels by 50%. Grants of up to £150K are now available. http://argyllcommunities.org/?p=605

The Scottish Government The Scottish Government is committed to promoting the increased use of renewable energy sources. This commitment recognises renewables' potential to support economic growth. It also provides new opportunities to enhance our manufacturing capacity and to provide new employment, not least in the remote and rural areas. This Government has set clear targets for renewable electricity. http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Topics/Business-Industry/Energy/Energy- sources/19185/17612/

Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE), Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE), the community and economic development agency for north and west Scotland, is ramping up its drive to help the region become a world centre for the renewable energy industry http://www.hie.co.uk/about-hie/news-and-media/archive/highlands-and-islands-target- renewable-energy-opportunities.html

Marine Renewable Energy Development in Scotland Welcome to the MREDS website. MREDS (Marine Renewable Energy Development in Scotland) is a major research programme led by ICIT Heriot–Watt University, under which marine renewable energy research opportunities are developed. The prime objective of MREDS is to seek ways of strengthening the marine renewables sector in Scotland and it covers 6 key themes: 1. Export constraints, externalities and opportunities 2. Petroleum and renewables 3. Mitigation, minimisation and management of risk 4. Hydrodynamics, moorings and foundations 5. Environmental and ecological impacts 6. Socio-economic values and responses http://www.mreds.co.uk/

Climate Challenge Fund in Scotland The Climate Challenge Fund is all about supporting communities to tackle climate change by reducing their carbon emissions. Over 250 communities have been funded and are working hard now to deliver carbon emissions reductions. http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Topics/Environment/climatechange/howyoucanhelp/communiti es/ClimateChallengeFund

Energy Saving Trust Organisation set up to address the damaging effects of climate change by promoting the sustainable and efficient use of energy. http://www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/

GRAB Trust GRAB undertakes a wide range of waste & recycling activities in Argyll and Bute. Find out where to recycle locally http://www.grab.org.uk/

Argyll & Bute Council Social Enterprise Team Development Projects and Renewables Email – [email protected] Development and Infrastructure Services Tel -01369 708547

Scottish Power Like many other utility companies, Scottish Power provide help and discounts towards insulating your home. http://www.scottishpower.co.uk/your-home/existing-customer/home.aspx

Scottish Hydro Electric Scottish Hydro Electric provide grants for loft and cavity wall insulation. http://www.hydro.co.uk/

The Renewable Energy Centre Provides information on home energy saving and renewables technologies http://www.therenewableenergycentre.co.uk/

Energy Watch Independent gas and electricity watchdog. http://www.energywatch.org.uk/

Energy Action Scotland Energy Action Scotland is a national charity which aims to eliminate fuel poverty through campaigns and practical initiatives. http://www.eas.org.uk/default.php

Scottish Community and Householders Renewables Initiative This is an HIE-sponsored grant and advice programme that assists non profit groups to develop renewable energy projects. http://www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/scotland/Scotland-Welcome-page/Communities-in- Scotland

The Carbon Trust Government funded independent company that helps businesses and public sector to cut carbon emissions and to make use of low carbon technologies. http://www.carbontrust.co.uk/Pages/Default.aspx

Climate Change Information on climate change issues in Scotland. http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Topics/Environment/climatechange

Hi-Energy Renewable energy website providing information on renewable energy technologies, markets and activity in the Highlands and Islands. http://www.hi-energy.org.uk/

European Regional Development Fund Grants from the European Regional Development Fund (EDRF), East of England Development Agency and the Department for Energy and Climate Change totaling £1.7m, to Adnams Bio Energy Limited has provided a vital financial contribution to the construction of a groundbreaking renewable energy facility on the Adnams Distribution Centre Site. http://adnamsbioenergy.co.uk/erdf/european-regional-development-fund

Argyll & Bute Council Social Enterprise Team Development Projects and Renewables Email – [email protected] Development and Infrastructure Services Tel -01369 708547

Islay Energy Trust Islay has frequently been a pioneer for the testing of new renewable energy technology, and projects that utilise heat exchange, photovoltaics, wave and wind have all been developed on Islay: the community swimming pool in the Mactaggart Leisure Centre uses waste heat from the neighbouring Bowmore Distillery, Bruichladdich Distillery uses anaerobic digestion to capture energy from its waste products, roofing slates that incorporate photovoltaic solar panels were used in the development of Ionad Chaluim Chille Ìle, the Gaelic Community Centre, and the Port Mòr community centre is fully equipped with a wind turbine, solar thermal heating and a ground source heat pump. The Limpet Wave Station near Portnahaven has proved to be a successful testbed for wave technology and has been used as a prototype for the much larger Wave Power station that is planned for Siadar on Lewis. This tradition of green energy projects is set to continue with the proposal for a 10MW tidal energy array in the Sound of Islay. Scotland has over 25% over Europe’s tidal energy potential and some of the best locations are around Islay. http://islayenergytrust.wordpress.com/about/green-islay-renewable-energy-projects/

Here We Are - Cairndow HWA has now set up a community interest company called Our Power, in order to progress with their biomass Woodchipping business. This business will eventually [within 5 years] enable Here We Are to become financially sustainable. Wood provided by Tilhill will be chipped and delivered by Our Power to Lakeland Smolt's biomass boiler which will be operated by Mawera, the energy supply company, [ ESCo- to be called Fish and Chips!]. A crucial element in the initiative is, of course, timber:- in Argyll trees grow fast and well. With the Forestry Commission's assistance HWA has negotiated a 5 year contract for the quantity of wood at the moisture content needed by Lakeland and at a price that makes the project viable. The timber will be sourced within a 30 mile radius. HWA now needs to look beyond its one (good sized) customer for others within the same radius. Long distance transportation of timber for chips is not sustainable. http://www.hereweare-uk.com/cairndow/

Towards Zero Carbon Bute We are here to help all residents and organizations on Bute to reduce their carbon footprints, to minimise their energy bills, and to reduce their costs from transport. We can help you find grants, make your home more energy efficient, provide information on in-home energy generation such as wind turbines and solar panels, as well as giving you more sustainable transport options. We can also tell you more about our two Fyne Futures sister projects which can help with recycling and provide locally grown vegetables and fruit. http://www.tzcb.org.uk/?page_id=331

Argyll & Bute Council Social Enterprise Team Development Projects and Renewables Email – [email protected] Development and Infrastructure Services Tel -01369 708547 GRANTFINDER SEARCH REPORT

Prepared by Idox Information Solutions Ltd on behalf of : Argyll and Bute Council Search Name: Renewables Topic Sheet

Conducted by: Isabell Jones

Report compiled: 15 November 2011

30 scheme(s) selected in this GRANTfinder search. INTRODUCTION

This report provides information on the funding programmes identified for your search entitled Renewables Topic Sheet.

The search was conducted on the GRANTfinder database which provides information on over 6,000 funding initiatives and policy items.

SEARCH CRITERIA

Your search criteria were as follows:

 Purpose(s): Environmental Issues Energy Efficiency Measures Renewable Energy Measures Investment in Low Carbon Infrastructure SEARCH RESULTS

UA3550 WRAP: AGGREGAIN - AGGREGATES INFORMATION SERVICE

UI0010 CS: AQUAFUND

UI7400 CS: BARCLAYS RENEWABLE ENERGY FUND

UG4135 SGFSG: BOILER SCRAPPAGE SCHEME (SCOTLAND)

UG3280 SGRAE: CLIMATE CHALLENGE FUND

UN6020 WRAP: DE MINIMIS SUPPORT FOR ANAEROBIC DIGESTION/IVC INFRASTRUCTURE

UGAH90 SGHW: ENERGY ASSISTANCE PACKAGE (SCOTLAND)

UG0620 CARBON TRUST: ENERGY EFFICIENCY FINANCING SCHEME

UG8910 SGFSG: ENERGY SAVING SCOTLAND SMALL BUSINESS LOANS

UN0380 CARBON TRUST: ENERGY SAVING SUPPORT

UG5780 CT: ENERGY SAVING TRUST - ENERGY SERVICES

UA3150 CT: ENERGY SAVING TRUST - PRACTICAL HELP SERVICE

UG1160 DECC: ENVIROWISE

ZI0760 EC: EUROPEAN INVESTMENT BANK - INDIVIDUAL LOANS

UGCV90 DECC: FEED-IN TARIFF SCHEME

UGQ420 CT: GREEN ENERGY TRUST

UGDN90 CS: GRIMPLE'S GREEN GRANTS SCHEME

UE8060 SDS: LOW CARBON SKILLS FUND

UIC830 CS: LUDGATE ENVIRONMENTAL FUND

UGBG80 DECC: MARINE RENEWABLES DEPLOYMENT FUND

UGL820 CT: NATURESAVE TRUST

UIB920 TSB: OFFSHORE RENEWABLE ENERGY CENTRE - CALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST UN5500 SCOTTISH ENTERPRISE: POWERS (PROTOTYPING FOR OFFSHORE WIND ENERGY RENEWABLES

SCOTLAND)

UGBJ90 CT: PURE COMMUNITY ENERGY FUND

1 UG7580 WRAP: RECYCLING INNOVATION FUND

UG6970 SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT: SEPA WATER ENVIRONMENT RESTORATION FUND

UGF250 CS: VOLVO ECO ADVENTURE AWARDS

UG9940 ECOTRICITY: WIND ENERGY BUILDING PROGRAMME

UG8610 NPOWER RENEWABLES: WIND FARM DEVELOPMENT

UG1305 WRAP: ZERO WASTE SCOTLAND CAPITAL GRANT PROGRAMME

WASTE & RESOURCES ACTION PROGRAMME:

AggRegain - Aggregates Information Service [Back]

Last updated: 30 June 2010 GRANT ID: UA3550

SCHEME DETAILS Type Information Scheme Outline A free advice/information service that provides a unique source of practical information on the use of recycled and secondary aggregates. The service may be accessed by any company or organisation that is interested in specifying, purchasing or supplying these types of products in the UK. Eligible Costs Services on offer include: case studies; supplier database; specifier search; opportunities to use RSA module; helpline; and e-mail registration service Funding/Support The service is free and consists of web-based information and a freephone helpline Other The service aims to assist industry professionals in making an informed decision about the use of recycled and secondary aggregates. Each route through the services offered by AggRegain gives the user access to outputs that will ease the process of specifying or purchasing recycled and secondary aggregates WHO CAN APPLY Type Those involved in the specification, procurement, application and production of aggregates, such as construction companies, housing developers or local authorities Location UK APPLICATION Deadline(s) At any time SPONSORED BY Waste and Resources Action Programme CONTACT AggRegain WRAP The Old Academy 21 Horse Fair Banbury Oxon OX16 0AH Tel: 0808 100 2040 Fax: (01295) 819911 E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.aggregain.org.uk Website: http://www.wrap.org.uk Ref: G2404

CORPORATE SPONSORS:

AquaFund [Back]

Last updated: 30 October 2011 GRANT ID: UI0010

SCHEME DETAILS Type Grant Term Unspecified Scheme Outline Financial and advisory assistance available to UK-based private and public sector organisations to help them make water savings and reduce water consumption. Eligible Costs The AquaFund can support the installation of water saving equipment and services to survey and monitor water usage Funding/Support The AquaFund guarantees organisations a 50% cashable saving on water costs Match Funding Match funding is not a stipulated requirement of this scheme WHO CAN APPLY Type The support offered by the Fund is open to allprivate and public sector organisations Size No restrictions Location United Kingdom APPLICATION Deadline(s) Applications may be made at any time SPONSORED BY Advanced Demand Side Management (ADSM) CONTACT Enquiries Advanced Demand Side Management (ADSM) Tel: 01753 833880 E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.adsm.com Ref: G32683

CORPORATE SPONSORS:

Barclays Renewable Energy Fund [Back]

Last updated: 02 September 2011 GRANT ID: UI7400

SCHEME DETAILS Type Loan Term Unspecified Scheme Outline £100 million fund designed to help farmers in the UK meet the costs of renewable energy initiatives like wind farms, solar panels, organic waste power and hydro plants. Eligible Costs The loan can be used to meet the costs of renewable energy initiatives like wind farms, solar panels, organic waste power and hydro plants Funding/Support The fund's loan budget will be unlimited and it has been suggested that the first £100 million could support more than 100 projects as the average cost varies between £250,000 and £700,000. Match Funding Unspecified WHO CAN APPLY Type Farmers may apply. Location United Kingdom APPLICATION Deadline(s) Applications may be submitted at any time SPONSORED BY Barclays Bank Plc CONTACT Barclays Financial Inclusion Team Barclays Bank Plc Corporate Affairs 8th Floor 1 Churchill Place London E14 5HP Tel: 0207 116 6098 E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://group.barclays.com/Home Ref: G46721

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT - FINANCE & SUSTAINABLE GROWTH:

Boiler Scrappage Scheme (Scotland) [Back]

Last updated: 02 November 2011 GRANT ID: UG4135

SCHEME DETAILS Type Grant Term Unspecified Scheme Outline The Boiler Scrappage Scheme in Scotland provides vouchers worth £400, for up to 5,000 eligible homeowners, towards the cost of replacing inefficient working boilers in order to reduce both household energy bills and Scotland’s CO2 emissions. Eligible Costs The voucher can be used towards the cost of replacing an inefficient working boiler (one with an SAP2005 efficiency rating of less than 70%) with an EST recommended one) Funding/Support For the current round there is £1 million is available in total for this scheme. Vouchers for £400 will be provided to eligible householders Match Funding Match funding is not a stipulated requirement of this scheme Other Applicants should note that there are a limited number of vouchers, operating on a first come, first served basis WHO CAN APPLY Type Homeowners Location Scotland APPLICATION Deadline(s) The scheme is open to applications at any time. The Scottish Energy Saving Trust has advised that once all vouchers have been taken up the scheme will close. Vouchers will be offered on a first come, first served basis. For this reason, the scheme is likely to be open for a limited time only SPONSORED BY Energy Saving Trust - Scotland CONTACT Enquiries Energy Saving Trust - Scotland 3rd Floor, Ocean Point 1 94 Ocean Drive Edinburgh EH6 6JH Tel: 0800 512 012 E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/scotland/Scotland-Welcome-page/At- Home/Energy/Scottish-Boiler-Scrappage-Scheme Ref: G6475

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT - RURAL AFFAIRS & ENVIRONMENT :

Climate Challenge Fund [Back]

Last updated: 06 October 2011 GRANT ID: UG3280

SCHEME DETAILS Type Grant Term 31 March 2012 Scheme Outline Financial assistance is available for community groups in Scotland to implement projects that will cut carbon emissions. Eligible Costs Projects which demonstrate a significant reduction in carbon emissions. Projects can involve a range of actions, from helping people to use less energy, or walk and cycle more, to local sustainable food projects. Grants are also available for feasibility studies designed to determine whether or not a project idea has a good chance of progressing to completion Funding/Support There are no maximum or minimum levels of funding. However, applicants are advised to think carefully about designing a realistic, cost-effective project which can be delivered in 12 months or less Match Funding Applicants are not required to find funding from other sources but joint funded projects are encouraged to apply WHO CAN APPLY Type Community organisations including voluntary sector groups, charities and schools. Partnership applications are accepted where the community group is the lead partner Location Scotland APPLICATION Deadline(s) The deadline for for expressions of interest is 5pm on 2nd December 2011. SPONSORED BY Scottish Government CONTACT Climate Challenge Fund Team Keep Scotland Beautiful Wallace House 17-21 Maxwell Place Stirling FK8 1JU Tel: 01786 468 779 Fax: 01786 464 611 E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://ccf.keepscotlandbeautiful.org/ Ref: G5070

WASTE & RESOURCES ACTION PROGRAMME:

De Minimis Support for Anaerobic Digestion/IVC Infrastructure [Back]

Last updated: 14 June 2011 GRANT ID: UN6020

SCHEME DETAILS Type Grant Term Unspecified Scheme Outline Funding to support both councils and commercial businesses in Scotland to develop food waste collection services to provide feedstocks to existing processing facilities. To help these existing facilities take full advantage of the added food waste, part of the fund is available to make enhancements to existing AD/IVC infrastructure. Eligible Costs Capital costs such as plant, equipment and infrastructure to allow anaerobic digestion and IVC processors to enhance their facilities Funding/Support Grants of up to £170,000 and not exceeding 50% of the total eligible capital costs, will be available Match Funding At least 50% of the necessary costs for a project must be secured by the funding provider, from their own resources or from elsewhere WHO CAN APPLY Type Existing Anaerobic Digestion or In-Vessel operators Location Scotland APPLICATION Deadline(s) Applications may be submitted at any time SPONSORED BY Zero Waste Scotland (WRAP Scotland) CONTACT Alison McKinnie Zero Waste Scotland Zero Waste Scotland (WRAP Scotland) Suite 1b Hillside House Laurelhill Business Park Stirling FK7 9JQ Tel: 01786 468 817 E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.zerowastescotland.org.uk Ref: G46322

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT FOR HEALTH & WELLBEING:

Energy Assistance Package (Scotland) [Back]

Last updated: 07 October 2010 GRANT ID: UGAH90

SCHEME DETAILS Type Grant, Tax Relief, Information Term Unspecified Scheme Outline The Scottish Government's new energy efficiency scheme to help the fuel poor, The Energy Assistance Package, is a holistic package to help maximise incomes, reduce fuel bills and improve the energy efficiency of homes. The Package, backed by over £60 million a year from the Scottish Government, has been designed to better target pensioners and low income families in Scotland. Eligible Costs Energy efficiency measures Funding/Support Varies according to stage, from energy advice, to benefits, tax credit checks and the provision of insulation and energy efficiency measures Match Funding Match funding is not a specified requirement Other Support is targeted at pensioners and low income families WHO CAN APPLY Type Home owners and tenants Location Scotland APPLICATION Deadline(s) Applications can be made at any time SPONSORED BY The Scottish Government and managed by the Energy Saving Trust CONTACT Energy Saving Scotland 3rd Floor Ocean Point 1 94 Ocean Drive Edinburgh EH6 6JH Tel: 0800 512 012 Website: http://www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/scotland/Scotland-Welcome-page/At-Home/Energy- Assistance-Package Ref: G5653

CARBON TRUST:

Energy Efficiency Financing Scheme [Back]

Last updated: 26 April 2011 GRANT ID: UG0620

SCHEME DETAILS Type Loan, Grant Term Until 2014 Scheme Outline Funding for UK businesses to invest in cost effective energy efficiency equipment and other low carbon technologies, such as new efficient lighting and biomass heating. Eligible Costs A wide variety of costs may be funded. Projects that may qualify include building technologies, such as pipe insulation and air conditioning, or industrial process technologies, including compressed air, refrigeration or specialist production equipment. The financing may also be used to fund combined projects, such as replacing heating and lighting Funding/Support Financing can be arranged from a minimum of £1,000, with no upper limits Match Funding No stipulations are made with regards to match funding requirements WHO CAN APPLY Type The scheme is available to all kinds of businesses and organisations, from sole traders and partnerships through to large corporate enterprises, local authorities, charities and public sector organisations Size No stipulations are made with regards to the size of the applicant organisation Location United Kingdom APPLICATION Deadline(s) Applications may be submitted at any time SPONSORED BY Siemens Financial Services Ltd CONTACT Enquiries Carbon Trust 6th Floor 5 New Street Square London EC4A 3BF Tel: 0800 988 3718 E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.energyefficiencyfinancing.co.uk Ref: G46149

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT - FINANCE & SUSTAINABLE GROWTH:

Energy Saving Scotland Small Business Loans [Back]

Last updated: 11 June 2010 GRANT ID: UG8910

SCHEME DETAILS Type Loan, Information Term Unspecified Scheme Outline Support to enable small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), private sector landlords, not-for-profit organisations and charities in Scotland to reduce their energy costs and improve their competitiveness and profitability through the provision of interest free loans for the installation of energy efficiency measures. Eligible Costs Improved lighting, boiler/heating controls, compressed air fittings, insulation measures and heat recovery. This list, however, is not exhaustive Funding/Support Between £1,000 and £100,000 interest free Match Funding As arranged Other Applicants must have had an energy review completed by an approved energy consultant. Repayment period may be up to four years WHO CAN APPLY Type SMEs, private sector landlords, not-for-profit organisations and charities Size Small to medium-sized enterprises Location Scotland APPLICATION Deadline(s) Applications can be made at any time SPONSORED BY Scottish Government, and administered by: CONTACT Energy Saving Trust 3rd Floor, Ocean Point 1 94 Ocean Drive Edinburgh EH6 6JH Tel: 0800 512012 E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/scotland/Scotland-Welcome-page/Business-and-Public- Sector-in-Scotland/Grants/Small-Business-Loans Ref: G935

CARBON TRUST:

Energy Saving Support [Back]

Last updated: 07 March 2011 GRANT ID: UN0380

SCHEME DETAILS Type Information, Other Term Unspecified Scheme Outline Provision of information, advice, practical help and financial support designed to stimulate energy efficiency improvements for businesses and public sector organisations and to disseminate best practice throughout the UK. Eligible Costs Design advice, energy surveys, capital investment, site surveys Funding/Support A range of support and advice is available including: Interest free loans of between £3,000 and £100,000 for SMEs; design advice on energy efficient building and free energy surveys for organisations with £50,000 plus energy bills Match Funding Not usually required, applications are assessed on their merits WHO CAN APPLY Type Businesses and other private sector organisations and public sector organisations including housing associations Size No restrictions, SMEs are particularly encouraged Location United Kingdom APPLICATION Deadline(s) Information can be accessed online at any time SPONSORED BY Carbon Trust CONTACT Carbon Trust Customer Centre Carbon Trust The Carbon Trust Customer Centre PO Box 89 Witney OX29 4WB Tel: 0800 085 2005 (Helpline) E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.carbontrust.co.uk/cut-carbon-reduce-costs/reduce/pages/default.aspx Ref: G1629

CHARITABLE TRUSTS:

Energy Saving Trust - Energy Services [Back]

Last updated: 14 November 2011 GRANT ID: UG5780

SCHEME DETAILS Type Information Scheme Outline UK-wide consultancy support to encourage the take up of Energy Services - heating, lighting and refrigeration in a total energy package - to help tackle the issues of fuel poverty, sustainability and energy saving. Projects must use proven and cost-effective energy efficiency technologies. Funding/Support Information and advice on delivery of Energy Services and accessing funding WHO CAN APPLY Type Energy suppliers, local authorities, housing associations registered social landlords, installers Location United Kingdom APPLICATION Deadline(s) At any time SPONSORED BY Energy Saving Trust CONTACT

Ref: G694

CHARITABLE TRUSTS:

Energy Saving Trust - Practical Help Service [Back]

Last updated: 10 November 2011 GRANT ID: UA3150

SCHEME DETAILS Type Information Scheme Outline The provision of advice via a website and call centre to support local authorities or housing associations in all matters which relate to the sustainable use of energy. This includes: a sign-posting facility on relevant research, projects and resources; a quarterly newsletter; and information databases. Funding/Support A range of advice, support and information is available to help drive forward sustainable initiatives, including helpful tools and case studies Match Funding Not applicable Other The service aims to raise awareness, promote best practice and encourage management of sustainable energy WHO CAN APPLY Type Local authorities and social housing providers Size No restrictions Location United Kingdom APPLICATION Deadline(s) The service is available at any time via the Internet and during normal office hours SPONSORED BY Energy Saving Trust CONTACT Practical Help Enquiries Energy Saving Trust 21 Dartmouth Street London SW1H 9BP Tel: 0844 848 8830 E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/business Ref: G72

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY AND CLIMATE CHANGE:

Envirowise [Back]

Last updated: 01 December 2010 GRANT ID: UG1160

SCHEME DETAILS Type Information Scheme Outline Information and advice for UK businesses on all environmental issues including waste minimisation, cleaner technology, compliance and pollution prevention. Services include: a free helpline; Envirowise website; Fast Track visits; events; publications; information on local help available to businesses; waste minimisation and resource efficiency clubs; business expert advice on new and forthcoming legislation; and hazardous waste reviews. Funding/Support Information and advice Match Funding Not applicable WHO CAN APPLY Type UK businesses and organisations Size Not applicable in most cases, but some services do specify a size Location United Kingdom APPLICATION Deadline(s) At any time for information and advice; organisations should contact the helpline or consult the Envirowise website SPONSORED BY Government programme managed by AEA Technology plc and Serco Limited CONTACT Resource Efficiency Helpline Building 329 Harwell SIC Didcot OX11 0QJ Oxfordshire Tel: 0808 100 2040 Website: http://envirowise.wrap.org.uk/uk.html Ref: G431

EUROPEAN COMMUNITY:

European Investment Bank - Individual Loans [Back]

Last updated: 15 October 2010 GRANT ID: ZI0760

SCHEME DETAILS Type Loan Term Unspecified Scheme Outline Capital investment projects in industry and related services, tourism, transport, telecommunications, water, environmental protection and energy, including trans European network (TENs) projects. Eligible Costs Costs Funding/Support Up to 50% of project costs for projects costing up to EUR 25 million - apply to bank and finance houses in UK (see ZI0510). Fixed or floating rates are charged Match Funding May be used as match funding for UK schemes WHO CAN APPLY Type Individual or business, private, public, semi-public; local or regional authorities; companies; cooperatives Size Varies Location EC Member States APPLICATION Deadline(s) At any time SPONSORED BY European Investment Bank CONTACT The European Investment Bank Adam McDonaugh UK Lending Department 100 Boulevard Konrad Adenauer L-2950 Luxembourg Tel: (00) 352 43 79 31 47 Fax: (00) 352 43 79 31 91 E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.eib.org Ref: G2140

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY AND CLIMATE CHANGE:

Feed-in Tariff Scheme [Back]

Last updated: 08 September 2011 GRANT ID: UGCV90

SCHEME DETAILS Type Other Term Until 2012 Scheme Outline This scheme requires energy suppliers in Great Britain to make regular payments to householders and communities who generate their own electricity from renewable or low carbon sources such as solar electricity (PV) panels or wind turbines. Funding/Support A set rate paid by the energy supplier for each unit of electricity generated, plus a further 3p/kWh for each unit exported back to the electricity grid WHO CAN APPLY Type Householders and communities with eligible, small-scale renewable electricity and Combined Heat and Power (CHP) units Size Up to 5 Mega Watts Location Great Britain APPLICATION Deadline(s) At any time SPONSORED BY Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) CONTACT Enquiries Ofgem Energy Saving Trust 21 Dartmouth Street London SW1H 9BP Tel: 0800 512 012 Website: http://www.energysavingtrust.org.uk Ref: G6379

CHARITABLE TRUSTS:

Green Energy Trust [Back]

Last updated: 19 August 2010 GRANT ID: UGQ420

SCHEME DETAILS Type Grant Term Unspecified Scheme Outline The Green Energy Trust supports the development of new renewable energy sources in the UK that will help to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and combat climate change. The aims and objectives of the Green Energy Trust are to assist in the creation of new renewable electricity sources, and promote education in the community regarding new renewable energy generation. Eligible Costs Projects are supported that advance renewable energy, ie result in the production of renewable electricity or heat, and support communities through education and public engagement Funding/Support The Trust can provide up to 50% of the project costs, up to a maximum of £25,000, although most projects receive £10,000 Match Funding Not stipulated Other The Trust supports all kinds of renewable technologies, including, but not restricted to, small-scale hydro, wind power, biomass, landfill gas, solar energy and ground source heat pumps WHO CAN APPLY Type Not-for-profit Size No restrictions Location United Kingdom APPLICATION Deadline(s) The Trust meets three times a year to consider applications usually during the first week of April, September and December. Applications should be submitted seven weeks prior to the Trustees meeting SPONSORED BY ScottishPower CONTACT The Secretary ScottishPower Green Energy Trust Business and Community Relations 3rd Floor, Main Building Cathcart Business Park Spean Street Glasgow G44 4BE Tel: (0141) 568 3492 E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.scottishpowergreentrust.co.uk Ref: G4383

CORPORATE SPONSORS:

Grimple's Green Grants Scheme [Back]

Last updated: 25 October 2011 GRANT ID: UGDN90

SCHEME DETAILS Type Grant Term Unspecified Scheme Outline Grants to support small environmentally-friendly projects taking place throughout the United Kingdom. Eligible Costs The scheme will fund small environmentally-friendly projects. This could include anything from creating a community garden to reducing food miles by growing vegetables or creating a wildlife garden to encourage biodiversity back into gardens Funding/Support Individual grants of up to £2,000 are being provided. This year there is also a special one off grant of up to £10,000 available for one especially worthy project Match Funding Match funding is not a stipulated requirement of this scheme WHO CAN APPLY Type Individuals and non-profit organisations Size No restrictions Location United Kingdom APPLICATION Deadline(s) 2011 deadline for the receipt of applications: 30 November 2011 SPONSORED BY The Green Insurance Company CONTACT Green Grants Scheme Enquiries The Green Insurance Company 1 Masterton Way Tannochside Business Park Uddingston Glasgow G71 5PU E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.greeninsurancegiving.co.uk Ref: G6568

SKILLS DEVELOPMENT SCOTLAND:

Low Carbon Skills Fund [Back]

Last updated: 31 October 2011 GRANT ID: UE8060

SCHEME DETAILS Type Grant Term Until March 2012 Scheme Outline Funding available to businesses in the renewable energy, energy efficiency and carbon reduction sectors in Scotland for employee skills training that supports business priorities. Eligible Costs Training areas eligible under the fund include construction, microgeneration, materials to improve product performance, environmental and technology services, onshore/offshore wind technician, installation of lower carbon products, business improvement techniques, use of sustainable materials and staff training to meet new legislation Funding/Support Funding can cover 50% of the total eligible training costs for up to 25 employees up to a maximum of £500 Match Funding At least 50% of the total project costs must be secured from sources other than the Low Carbon Skills Fund WHO CAN APPLY Type Businesses that carry out renewable energy, energy efficiency and carbon reduction as their primary activity Size Small to medium Location Scotland APPLICATION Deadline(s) Final deadline for receipt of applications: 31 March 2012 SPONSORED BY Skills Development Scotland CONTACT Low Carbon Skills Fund Skills Development Scotland New Lanarkshire House Dove Wynd Strathclyde Business Park Bellshill ML4 3AD Tel: 0800 783 6000 E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.skillsdevelopmentscotland.co.uk Ref: G45630

CORPORATE SPONSORS:

Ludgate Environmental Fund [Back]

Last updated: 02 September 2011 GRANT ID: UIC830

SCHEME DETAILS Type Loan Term Unspecified Scheme Outline Investment funding to deliver significant capital growth through active investment in a diverse portfolio of holdings in cleantech companies across the UK. Eligible Costs Business growth and development capital projects Funding/Support The Fund has approximately £60 million of assets. Investments typically range from £3-10 million Match Funding Not stipulated WHO CAN APPLY Type Private and public cleantech companies Location United Kingdom APPLICATION Deadline(s) Applications may be submitted at any time SPONSORED BY Ludgate Investments Limited CONTACT Enquiries Ludgate Investments Limited 6th floor 80 Cannon Street London EC4N 6HL Tel: 020 7621 5770 Fax: 020 7621 5771 E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.ludgateenvironmental.com Ref: G46596

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY AND CLIMATE CHANGE:

Marine Renewables Deployment Fund [Back]

Last updated: 17 May 2010 GRANT ID: UGBG80

SCHEME DETAILS Type Grant Scheme Outline Assistance in the form of capital grants and revenue support to enable the early-stage pre-commercial operation and trials of a number of wave and tidal-stream energy devices. Eligible Costs The scheme supports the deployment of multi-device wave or tidal-stream electricity generating facilities connected to the UK grid. Eligible costs are defined as the costs associated with the construction of the project over and above the cost of constructing a combined cycle gas turbine with the same average annual power Funding/Support Capital grant of up to 25% of eligible costs, to a maximum of £5 million; and revenue support of £100/MWh for a maximum of seven years. The total funding available to any project is capped at £9 million Match Funding Match funding is required WHO CAN APPLY Type The scheme is open to businesses or consortia of businesses that, except in very special circumstances, are legal entities registered in the UK. This includes UK subsidiaries of overseas companies Size No restrictions Location United Kingdom APPLICATION Deadline(s) Deadline: At any time. SPONSORED BY Department of Energy and Climate Change CONTACT Phil Michael MRDF Management AEA Technology Harwell Didcot Oxfordshire OX11 OQJ Tel: 0870 190 6195 E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.decc.gov.uk Ref: G5957

CHARITABLE TRUSTS:

Naturesave Trust [Back]

Last updated: 01 February 2011 GRANT ID: UGL820

SCHEME DETAILS Type Grant Scheme Outline The Trust supports environmental and conservationist groups in the UK. Grants are available to fund projects that deal with specific environmental and/or conservationist problems, and that encourage the greater commercial adoption of sustainable development. Eligible Costs Applicants must seek funding for specific project costs and not the general administrative costs of the organisation. Funding/Support Small grants of between £100 to £10,000; however, the average grant size is around £1,400 Match Funding Applicants may apply for match funding or whole project costs. WHO CAN APPLY Type Any organisation, including charities, voluntary organisations and businesses. Location United Kingdom. APPLICATION Deadline(s) Applications may be made at any time SPONSORED BY Naturesave Policies Ltd CONTACT Emma Birch Naturesave Policies Ltd 58 Fore Street Totnes Devon TQ9 5RU Tel: (01803) 864 390 Fax: (01803) 864 441 E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.naturesave.co.uk/index.html Ref: G3798

TECHNOLOGY STRATEGY BOARD:

Offshore Renewable Energy Centre - Call for Expressions of Interest [Back]

Last updated: 21 October 2011 GRANT ID: UIB920

SCHEME DETAILS Type Grant Term Unspecified Scheme Outline The Technology Strategy Board has issued an expression of interest for UK-based organisations capable of leading or participating in the offshore renewable energy technology and innovation centre - the third of the proposed network of technology and innovation centres. Eligible Costs Core operating costs Funding/Support The Offshore Energy Centre will be funded by a combination of Technology Strategy Board core investment and competitively earned commercial funding WHO CAN APPLY Type UK organisations capable of leading or taking part in the centre Location United Kingdom APPLICATION Deadline(s) Registration deadline 25 August 2011; Expression of Interest deadline 1 September 2011; Full application deadline 17 November 2011 SPONSORED BY Technology Strategy Board CONTACT Helpline Technology Strategy Board B1 North Star House North Star Avenue Swindon SN2 1JF Tel: 0300 321 4357 E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.innovateuk.org Ref: G46515

SCOTTISH ENTERPRISE:

POWERS (Prototyping for Offshore Wind Energy Renewables Scotland) [Back]

Last updated: 28 September 2011 GRANT ID: UN5500

SCHEME DETAILS Type Grant Term Until 31 March 2013 Scheme Outline Financial assistance is available to offshore wind turbine manufacturers in Scotland for the prototyping of next generation wind turbines. Eligible Costs Capital and operational costs Funding/Support Total fund of £35 million; max grant is 45%/£6.35 million Match Funding Private investment should meet the remainder of project costs WHO CAN APPLY Type Wind turbine manufacturers Size No restrictions given Location Scotland APPLICATION SPONSORED BY Scottish Enterprise CONTACT POWERS Fund Enquiries Scottish Enterprise Atrium Court 50 Waterloo Street Glasgow G2 6HQ Tel: 0845 607 8787 E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.scottish-enterprise.com/your-sector/energy/energy-how-we-can-help/energy- funding/powers.aspx Ref: G46852

CHARITABLE TRUSTS:

PURE Community Energy Fund [Back]

Last updated: 05 August 2011 GRANT ID: UGBJ90

SCHEME DETAILS Type Loan Scheme Outline Low-interest loans are available to non-commercial organisations to provide cost effective financing for community renewable energy projects in the UK. Eligible Costs Equipment costs and the direct costs associated with its installation. Funding/Support Loans are available for 50% of the eligible costs up to a maximum of £50,000. Match Funding There is no restriction on where the balance of the project finance comes from. WHO CAN APPLY Type Charities, community groups and not-for-profit organisations. Location United Kingdom. APPLICATION Deadline(s) Expressions of Interest may be submitted at any time. SPONSORED BY PURE The Clean Planet Trust CONTACT Enquiries PURE The Clean Planet Trust BRE B17 Watford Hertfordshire WD25 9XX Tel: 0845 873 2429 E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.puretrust.org.uk/index.jsp Ref: G46584

WASTE & RESOURCES ACTION PROGRAMME:

Recycling Innovation Fund [Back]

Last updated: 10 October 2011 GRANT ID: UG7580

SCHEME DETAILS Type Grant Term Until 31 March 2013 Scheme Outline Grants to support the development of new ideas to increase recycling rates and help with the reduction of waste in Scotland, including those aimed at innovations in product and packaging design with the potential to be scaled up to achieve carbon savings and target innovative resource recovery technologies. Eligible Costs The grant can be used towards project costs such as equipment, testing, project management, and labour as necessary to carry out the project Funding/Support The schemes will provide an overall initial investment of up to £500,000. Individual grants of up to £170,000 will be provided towards the full project costs Match Funding Funding will not be available for 100% of project costs, as Zero Waste Scotland expects applicants to make a significant contribution, either in-kind or through internal financing WHO CAN APPLY Type Recycling and manufacturing companies and organisations in both the private and third sector Location Scotland APPLICATION Deadline(s) All applications must be received by 30 September 2012 SPONSORED BY Zero Waste Scotland (WRAP Scotland) CONTACT Bert Ward Zero Waste Scotland (WRAP Scotland) The Waste and Resources Action Programme Suite 1b, Hillside House Laurelhill Business Park Stirling FK7 9JQ Tel: 01786 468890 E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.zerowastescotland.org.uk Ref: G46883

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT:

SEPA Water Environment Restoration Fund [Back]

Last updated: 13 January 2011 GRANT ID: UG6970

SCHEME DETAILS Type Grant Term Unspecified Scheme Outline The Water Environment Restoration Fund provides interested parties with the opportunity to secure funding and support to improve Scotland’s water environment. Eligible Costs Associated project costs Funding/Support For the financial year 2010/11, the fund contains £1 million. There are no minimum or maximum grant levels specified in the guidelines; however, the Fund does distinguish between applications seeking less than £10,000 and those seeking more (see deadlines below) Match Funding Higher priority will be given to projects which only require part-funding WHO CAN APPLY Type Groups and organisations, including community groups, fishery trusts, environmental charities and landowners Location Scotland APPLICATION Deadline(s) Applications for less than £10,000 can be made at any time. Previous deadlines for applications over £10,000 were: 2 April 2010; 24 May 2010; 29 September 2010; and 8 January 2011. Details of future deadlines are yet to be announced and will be reported when available SPONSORED BY Scottish Government and Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) CONTACT Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) Inverdee House Baxter St Torry Aberdeen AB11 9QA Tel: (01224) 266600 E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.sepa.org.uk/water/restoration_fund.aspx Ref: G6600

CORPORATE SPONSORS:

Volvo Eco Adventure Awards [Back]

Last updated: 04 July 2011 GRANT ID: UGF250

SCHEME DETAILS Type Grant, Award Scheme Outline Educational award for groups of young people to gain recognition for local environmental projects that they are involved in. Projects can focus on any environmental subject. Examples of suitable project subjects include: biodiversity; energy; transport; water; and waste. Funding/Support Projects will be published on the Volvo Adventure website and the best projects are invited to the awards event in Sweden. At the conference, the following will be awarded: 1st prize - US $10,000; 2nd prize - US $6,000; and 3rd prize - US $4,000 Other Only one entry is allowed per project WHO CAN APPLY Type Groups of two to five young people aged between 13 and 16 years and an adult leader. Size Each group must have between two and five young people and have one adult team leader. Schools may enter more than one adult team leader. Location Worldwide APPLICATION Deadline(s) The current competition opened on 1 July 2011, with a deadline of 31 January 2012. SPONSORED BY Volvo Car Corporation and Volvo Group CONTACT Enquiries Volvo Car Corporation and Volvo Group E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.volvoadventure.org/home.aspx Ref: G2867

ECOTRICITY:

Wind Energy Building Programme [Back]

Last updated: 02 September 2011 GRANT ID: UG9940

SCHEME DETAILS Type Other Scheme Outline Payment to farmers and landowners, with suitable land in the United Kingdom, to lease land for the development of wind energy projects through the installation of wind turbines. Funding/Support The programme can provide landowners with an additional source of income. The income is normally based on a percentage of the revenue generated by each turbine, ie the amount of electricity generated Match Funding Not applicable to this scheme Other No capital outlay by the landowners is required. Project lifetime is typically 30 years WHO CAN APPLY Type Farmers, landowners and other property owning businesses are eligible Location United Kingdom APPLICATION Deadline(s) At any time SPONSORED BY Ecotricity CONTACT Enquiries Site Selection Team Ecotricity Ecotricity Axiom House Station Road Stroud Gloucestershire GL5 3AP Tel: 08000 326 100 E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.ecotricity.co.uk Ref: G1018

NPOWER RENEWABLES:

Wind Farm Development [Back]

Last updated: 08 November 2011 GRANT ID: UG8610

SCHEME DETAILS Type Other Term Unspecified Scheme Outline npower renewables provides farmers/landowners in Great Britain whose land is suitable, with the opportunity, guidance and support to gain significant additional income by hosting a wind farm. Where planning consent is secured, npower renewables finances and operates the turbines and shares the return with the landowner, through an ongoing environmentally friendly income stream. Eligible Costs Two separate schemes are available: medium/large-scale developments (4-50 or more turbines); and small-scale developments (small clusters of turbines) Funding/Support The level of payments varies depending on project size, the site's wind resources, and other technical/environmental factors. Other payments, such as rates and insurance, may also be provided Match Funding Match funding is not required for this initiative, as a payment is paid for the use of land with no capital outlay by the farmer or land owner Other Wind energy projects normally have a life of around 20-25 years WHO CAN APPLY Type Farmers and landowners with suitable sites Location Great Britain APPLICATION Deadline(s) Assistance is available at any time SPONSORED BY Npower CONTACT Enquiries Npower npower renewables Windmill Hill Business Park Whitehill Way Swindon SN5 6PB Tel: 01793 892052 E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.npower-renewables.com/landowner/windinfo.asp Ref: G907

WASTE & RESOURCES ACTION PROGRAMME:

Zero Waste Scotland Capital Grant Programme [Back]

Last updated: 07 July 2011 GRANT ID: UG1305

SCHEME DETAILS Type Grant Term Unspecified Scheme Outline Capital funding for materials recovery facility (MRF) developments in Scotland that improve the outputs material quality and/or standard; generate additional tonnage for recycling and /or divert additional material from landfill in Scotland. Eligible Costs Grants can be used towards capital costs such as plant, equipment and infrastructure that will demonstrate an improvement in dry recyclable material input and output quality at municipal, C&I and “dirty” MRFs, MBT plants and Waste Transfer Stations Funding/Support The programme has a total budget of £1 million. Grants of up to £170,000 and not exceeding 50% of the total eligible capital costs, will be available Match Funding Applicants must contribute at least 50% of the necessary project costs towards the total eligible capital costs from their own resources WHO CAN APPLY Type This programme is open to all Materials Recovery Facilities (MRFs), Mechanical Biological Treatment Plants (MBTs), re-processors and Waste Transfer Stations Location Scotland APPLICATION Deadline(s) Deadline for applications: 31 March 2012 SPONSORED BY Waste & Resources Action Programme (WRAP) CONTACT Sarah Burns Grants & Compliance Officer Waste & Resources Action Programme (WRAP) WRAP The Old Academy 21 Horse Fair Banbury OX16 0AH Tel: 01295 819652 E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.wrap.org.uk Ref: G46456

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