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The Ofgem Energy Industry Voluntary Redress Scheme (Energy Redress Scheme) opened for applications on 12 December 2024, marking its tenth funding round.
Charities and community energy groups across England, Scotland and Wales can apply for a grant through one of four funding streams. A total of £40 million is available.
The scheme prioritises:
- Support for vulnerable people with their energy bills.
- The development of innovative energy related products or services.
- Projects to empower individuals to reduce their carbon emissions.
Since 2018, the Energy Redress Scheme has funded more than 611 projects across England, Scotland and Wales, with a total of £128 million allocated.
Previous projects have included:
- Impartial energy advice services supporting vulnerable people.
- Research projects aimed at making sure that the needs of older and disabled people are met by new energy technologies.
- Boosting the uptake of whole-house energy upgrades.
- Trialing new business models or interventions that let households use more locally generated energy.
Graham Ayling, senior project manager at Energy Saving Trust, said:
“We’re pleased to be able to offer this new funding. This will enable voluntary sector organisations to provide vital support for those most in need in their communities. The funding will also support projects that will ensure no one is left behind as the UK transitions to net zero.”
Cathryn Scott, regulatory director at Ofgem, said:
“We’ve seen hundreds of brilliant projects so far, and nearly £130million allocated because of the Energy Redress Scheme. It’s fantastic to see the scheme in its tenth round of funding, offering another £40million worth of grants.
“Much of this funding is a direct result of Ofgem’s compliance and enforcement work. We strongly encourage charities and community groups working in the energy sectors across England, Scotland and Wales to apply.”
The deadline for applications to this funding round is 5pm on 15 January 2025, via the Energy Redress website. Organisations that haven’t yet registered with the scheme must do so 10 working days before the relevant fund closes. This allows time for eligibility checks to take place.