Businesses, community groups and organisations are encouraged to apply for grant funding towards new projects
Businesses, community groups and organisations are being encouraged to apply for grant funding to support projects that help tackle climate change and / or enhance the natural environment. There are a number of grant schemes currently available including:
Community Climate and Nature Grant
Non-profit groups or organisations based in Herefordshire (or a Herefordshire Parish Council) can apply for funding of up to £15,000 for new projects which will deliver carbon reduction and/or ecological enhancement in the community, based around four themes.
- Community Buildings – for example, energy conservation or efficiency measures
- Sustainable Transport – for example, community cycle parking or electric vehicle charging points
- Nature – this could include tree planting, community allotment projects, or the creation or enhancement of a community nature area
- Other Projects – such as waste reduction projects, or community initiatives that promote sustainable lifestyle choices
The deadline for applications is 15 December 2021. For more information and to apply online, please visit www.herefordshire.gov.uk/climategrant
If you would like to discuss your application please contact the Delegated Grants Team on 01432 260753 or email delegatedgrants@herefordshire.gov.uk
E-bike grant scheme
Businesses can apply for grant funding to purchase an e-bike or e-cargo bike to give a low carbon solution to business travel.
The electric bikes will provide businesses with a healthier alternative to car travel, while saving money on fuel and vehicle maintenance. Cycling often saves time when travelling for meetings or to make deliveries, cuts air pollution and will also help the county reach its target of becoming zero carbon by 2030.
The scheme is being funded as part of a £6million investment from the Government’s Covid-19 Outbreak Management Funds, as part of Herefordshire Council’s Covid-19 recovery plan to support economic and wellbeing recovery in the county.
Grants of up to £5,000 are available to fund up to 100% of the cost of the e-bike or e-cargo bike. Any business in Herefordshire with paid employees can apply - as long as they have been in operation for at least one year.
The deadline for application is Wednesday 1 December 2021. For more information and to apply online, please visit www.herefordshire.gov.uk/ebikegrant
If you would like to discuss your application please contact the Delegated Grants Team on 01432 260753 or email delegatedgrants@herefordshire.gov.uk
Farming in protected landscapes
The Farming in Protected Landscapes programme offers support for farmers and land managers in the Wye Valley AONB (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty) to carry out projects that support nature recovery and mitigate the impacts of climate change, such as flooding.
This is a DEFRA programme of funding for one-off projects covering these areas of work, and projects that provide opportunities for people to discover, enjoy and understand the landscape and cultural heritage, or support nature-friendly sustainable farm businesses.
More information can be found at: www.wyevalleyaonb.org.uk/farming-in-protected-landscapes/