Other funding and resources

Other funding sources

It is worth researching whether other funding sources are available to fund your project. Securing match funding may help deliver your project.

Greater British Energy Community Fund – run by the Greater South East Net Zero Hub
Community Energy England have a comprehensive, up-to-date list of funding sources
Community Energy London includes a list of funding sources and resources to set up a community energy group or project, list of contractors and providers, case studies and publications
London Community Energy Fund includes details of previously funded projects that can provide ideas for local projects
North London Waste Authority Community – you can submit funding applications for their small (up to £5,000) and medium (up to £15,000) grants
National Lottery Reaching Communities England – National Lottery funding of over £20,000 (for up to five years) to support projects from voluntary community groups
National Lottery Heritage Fund – National Lottery funding of over £10,000 to support heritage projects
The Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme – Gives grants covering the VAT on repairs to listed buildings used as places of worship. This is available for application until 31 March 2026

Haringey’s Retrofit Design Guide sets out more information about what retrofit is, how to plan for one and more information. The guide is aimed at households, but many of the principles will apply
The Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) is a standards organisation which certifies installers of renewables including solar panels and low carbon heating including heat pumps. Find a MCS installer through the MCS search function
Find an installer through the National Insulation Association
The Centre for Sustainable Energy has provided a template and guidance for a DIY community building energy survey