In 2021/22 this fund will fund projects in the charity sector and in schools to help to reduce their environmental impact. In 2021/22 they will fund up to 12 projects to reduce the carbon footprint of the recipients and make a financial impact through generation/cost savings.

Once identified, the fund will provide funding for small-scale energy generation, initially through solar PV installations. The receivers will either own or have a long-term lease (5+ years) on their building. Action Renewables will retain full ownership of the solar system and the fund will cover all installation and maintenance costs. Action Renewables will invoice the customer pro-rata for electricity generated from the solar panels at a reduced cost compared to grid electricity.

The fund has developed selection criteria noted below. If you wish to apply you will need to have a baseload demand greater than 12kW.

Criteria:

In 2021/22 there will be a maximum of 12 projects.

Only open to the charity sector or schools who either own or have a long-term lease on their building. Long term being defined as 5+ years.
If the applicant is a charity it must be a registered charity in Northern Ireland.
Applicant must satisfy a feasibility study with a baseload demand greater than 12kW.
Agree to install a 12kW PV on target property – 3 phase commercial connection.
Applicant must sign a rental agreement with Action Renewables.
If your building is rented or leased, then the landlord must agree to the project. An agreement must also be signed with the landlord in the event of a change of end user or if the landlord sells the property.
Agreement to proceed and install is at the discretion of the Management and Board of Action Renewables.

Installations will be selected on a first come/first served basis.

To apply, visit their website