Other Sources of Funding
Did you know that Community Groups are eligible to 50% government funding for the installation of renewable energy technology. See 'Other Sources of Funding' section for more information.
Next deadline for applications is 30th January 2009
The following districts no longer have any funding available this financial year:
Burnley | Preston | Rossendale
Any applications received for these districts will be kept on file until April 2009.
What is the Lancashire Locals Climate Change Fund?
The Lancashire Locals Climate Change Fund was launched at the end of 2007, with a total of £750,000 available shared over 3 years.
The fund has been established to support community projects on climate change, these projects can either be aimed at 'reducing greenhouse gas emissions', or helping communities to 'cope with the impacts of climate change'.
The fund is shared across all the 12 districts in Lancashire, and grants of £500 - £15,000 are available.

Who can apply?
The fund is open to voluntary organisations, community groups and parish/town councils. Unfortunately, the fund is not open to public sector organisations, schools or households. The project must be based within Lancashire County Council’s administrative area (unfortunately, we cannot fund projects based in the unitary areas of Blackburn with Darwen and Blackpool).
What projects are eligible for funding?
To be considered, the project must demonstrate that it reduces greenhouse gas emissions, or helps communities to cope with the impacts of climate change.
For example, projects might include:
Priority will be given to projects that:

Please see guidance notes (word document 49kb) for full eligibility criteria.
To get an idea of the types of project the fund is aimed at, take a look at the case studies section, which highlights some of the projects that have previously received funding.
The Application and Appraisal process
Click here for more information on the Lancashire Local Committees
Further Information
If you would like more information please contact the fund’s administration officer who will be able to provide guidance on eligibility criteria and the application / appraisal process.
Regrettably, we may only be able to provide very limited technical advice on renewable technologies. If you are thinking about installing renewable energy as part of your project, we advise you to get three quotes from suppliers. Under the Renewable Energy Suppliers section, you can search from accredited installers in Lancashire.