Delivering grant and loan funding, securely and at scale
Securing funding is only the first step for local authorities committed to delivering targeted, sustainable change. The real challenge lies in designing, executing and monitoring those funded programmes.
We help councils and organisations across the UK manage loan and grant schemes at scale, ensuring support reaches the right households, is delivered efficiently, and achieves real community impact.
From local authority retrofit programmes and energy efficiency initiatives, to complex innovation and low-carbon technology funding competitions, we manage the full lifecycle of grant and loan schemes, from design and administration to reporting and evaluation.
Our funding support allows government and commercial clients to win and distribute grant and loan funding effectively, transparently, and compliantly without the need for more people, time, and infrastructure.
Our services include:
Grant and competition funding application support.
Programme and scheme design and development.
Grant and loan administration, from applicant processing to distribution and repayment collection.
End-to-end case management, supporting applicants throughout the journey for increased success.
Reporting and impact evaluation, tracking outcomes such as energy savings and carbon reduction.
Delivering a loan scheme in London
We administer an interest-free Energy Upgrade Loan scheme for Waltham Forest Council, helping EPC D or below households install energy-saving improvements. We manage the programme end-to-end, including retrofit planning, funding allocation and repayment collection. Targeted, cost-effective, expert support from partners you can trust.
Our funding services support organisations delivering complex loan and grant schemes and delivery programmes, including:
Local authorities, and national and devolved governments.
Commercial organisations.
Utilities and energy providers.
Innovation, technology, sustainability, and decarbonisation initiatives.
Retrofit specialists
We specialise in supporting local authority retrofit programmes, helping councils secure and deliver funding efficiently while meeting governance, compliance and reporting requirements.
From scheme design to reporting, we manage the entire programme lifecycle, providing the operational capacity needed to deliver complex initiatives without increasing internal headcount.
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Proven energy expertise
With over 30 years of experience, our team specialises in delivering energy efficiency, retrofit and sustainability programmes for public sector partners.
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Scalable programme design
With offices across the UK, we can support both local initiatives and large-scale schemes. Expand as you need, or build big-impact programmes for long-term change.
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Accessible resident support
We ensure residents can access support through multiple channels, including phone, digital platforms, and community engagement for an inclusive and effective applicant journey.
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Trusted governance and policy insight
Our delivery model ensures transparent, compliant governance, supported by strong financial oversight and in-house insight into UK energy policy and regulation.
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Data-driven performance and impact
We focus on maximising funding uptake and value, supported by advanced reporting and analytics that demonstrate programme performance and environmental impact.
Supporting the Warm Homes Plan
The Government’s Warm Homes and Local Power Plans will unlock significant funding for local and combined authorities to scale home retrofit.
The challenge now is delivery; mobilising programmes quickly and ensuring funding achieves real impact.
We help councils move from funding to implementation, providing the expertise and capacity to deliver retrofit at scale, with efficient delivery, strong targeting and measurable outcomes.
Local authority energy grants are funding schemes run by councils, often in partnership with central government, to help residents improve the energy efficiency of their homes. Grants may cover insulation, heat pumps, solar panels, and other low-carbon improvements.
Local authorities can bid for funding through national schemes such as the Home Upgrade Grant (HUG), Local Authority Delivery (LAD), or ECO Flex. Application windows are usually announced by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ).
We offer end-to-end administration services, including eligibility checking, application processing, installer management, compliance monitoring, reporting, and grant payments.
Yes. We maintain detailed documentation and reporting processes to ensure compliance with government guidance, Ofgem requirements, and funding body audits.
We can support with outreach campaigns, resident communications, helplines, and tailored marketing materials to boost uptake while minimising the administrative burden on council teams.
Yes. We work only with accredited, TrustMark and MCS-certified installers, managing procurement, onboarding, and quality assurance to ensure high standards of delivery.
We handle payments directly to contractors or through the authority’s finance system, ensuring robust controls, transparent reporting, and timely grant disbursements.
We provide regular monitoring and evaluation reports, including KPIs on the number of households supported, measures installed, carbon savings, and spend-to-date against funding allocations.
Yes. We can work with your IT team to integrate application data into council systems or provide standalone secure portals depending on your needs.
We use secure, GDPR-compliant systems for data collection, storage, and transfer, ensuring personal data is protected and only used for legitimate grant administration purposes.
Yes. We have experience in managing collaborative schemes across multiple councils, ensuring consistent delivery and shared reporting frameworks.
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Last updated: 25 March 2026
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