The Local Net Zero Fund (LNZF), created by the South West Net Zero Hub, was a £1 million grant fund for local authorities to increase the number, scale, and quality of Net Zero projects in the region. The grants were used to investigate opportunities, unlock barriers, and get stalled projects moving.
The Local Net Zero Fund (LNZF), created by the South West Net Zero Hub (SWNZH), was a £1 million grant fund for local authorities to increase the number, scale, and quality of Net Zero projects in the region. The grants were used to investigate opportunities, unlock barriers, and get stalled projects moving.
All the projects have now completed and the SWNZH is working with the local authorities involved to produce case studies to share what has been learnt from these projects.
Up to £25,000 for flexible support to a range of Net Zero initiatives prioritised by the fund, ultimately leading to the development of a capital Net Zero project.
Up to £100,000 for stalled Net Zero capital projects that had already established a business case and technical feasibility. A key requirement was that the grant was likely to lead to the project achieving capital delivery.
Up to £100,000 for knowledge, understanding, collaboration, and regional capacity building, and to help unlock a key barrier or opportunity. In addition to the grant, the SWNZH offered to provide up to 20 days project development support.
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