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Community energy

Support for community-led clean energy projects across the UK, from a first idea to community ownership.

Funding

GBE Community Fund

Grants for eligible community energy projects in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, from early feasibility through to construction.

Find out if you can apply

In Scotland

Great British Energy is investing in CARES programmes delivered by Local Energy Scotland. These include the Community Energy Growth Fund and CARES Launchpad Programme.

Explore CARES

Get help with your application

In England, your Local Net Zero Hub can give tailored advice and review your draft application.

Find your local hub

Shared ownership and support

Shared ownership

Guidance on how to take a stake in a commercial project, with template documents.

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Capacity and capability

Advice and regional support to develop your project.

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Tell us about your project

Use the express your interest form to register for updates or to tell us about a project you are developing.

Express interest