Western Power Distribution (WPD) are the electricity distribution network operator for the South West, South Wales and the Midlands. They have launched a half-a-million pound fuel poverty fund. They are seeking applications from local charities and community groups to apply for grants worth up to £10,000 in order to aid their fuel poverty support activities.
Examples of the types of support they would consider eligible for the fund are:
- Energy tariff/switching advice
- Energy efficiency guidance and products: Insulation installations, updating heating systems
- Grant/discount scheme advice
- Innovation/other to be detailed and impact clearly specified and demonstrated
Applications for the ‘Community Matters Fund’ are welcome from registered charities, community groups and councils within their distribution network area. The application form is available from their website https://www.westernpower.co.uk/community-matters-fund. They are welcoming applications up to £10,000 but no funding request is too small.
The closing date for submissions is 22nd November 2021.
