Mid Devon District Council has launched the latest round of its Green Enterprise Grants programme, a competitive capital grant scheme designed to help cut carbon emissions and accelerate the district’s progress toward a net-zero future.
The scheme will support small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs), and social enterprises across Mid Devon to invest in energy efficient and low carbon improvements. This latest round is also available to charity-owned and community-managed multi-purpose village halls, parish halls and community centres.
Grants are for one off, permanent capital improvements that reduce energy use, resource consumption, or greenhouse gas emissions. Eligible organisations can apply for grants covering up to 50% of capital project costs, with awards ranging from £500 to £5,000.
Councillor Natasha Bradshaw, Cabinet Member for Environment and Climate Change, said: “This latest round of Green Enterprise Grants will help businesses and organisations across Mid Devon invest in practical, long-term improvements that cut emissions and reduce operating costs. We encourage eligible organisations to apply and be part of the district’s transition to a low carbon economy.”
Applicants must have been trading for at least two years, be financially viable, and hold a business/organisation bank account. Projects must demonstrate clear carbon saving outcomes. Examples of eligible capital investments include:
- Low carbon heating and cooling upgrades
- Renewable energy installations, including solar thermal
- Energy efficient lighting, sensors, and control systems
- Insulation and fabric improvements
- Water efficiency systems
- Equipment to reduce, reuse, or recycle resources and waste
Please visit our website for further guidance and to submit an Expression of Interest. The scheme will remain open until March 2028 or until all funds are allocated, so early applications are encouraged.
For further information and to discuss you project idea, please contact businessgrants@middevon.gov.uk.
