FUNDING: Community Chest Grant Scheme for Community Buildings

The Western Power Distribution Community Chest has just opened for a third round of funding. Community groups in the Midlands can apply for up to £1000 to pat for simple but effective energy efficiency imrpovements to reduce their energy costs and carbon emission of the buildings they use for their activities.

A total of £50,000 is available. The grant is being administered by the Centre for Sustainable Energy. Who can also provide expert guidance to help groups carry out an audit of their buildings. Eligible measures include insulating loft spaces, installing energy monitors, draught proofing windows and doors, fitting effective heating controls and installing low energy lighting. 

The application process is simple. Groups are asked to submit a short application form and provide quotes for recommended improvements, as well as completing an audit of their building. Guidance and an application pack are downloadable from www.cse.org.uk/wpdcc  or email wpdcc@cse.org.uk for more information.