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Community Energy Growth Fund from Local Energy Scotland
Created: 20/08/2026News/Events Category: Funding and Finance
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The Community Energy Growth Fund is available to help communities take projects from development through to ownership, supporting local action on climate change, and helping retain the beliefs of renewable energy within communities.
The Fund is available through the Scottish Government's Community and Renewable Energy Scheme (CARS), delivered by Local Energy Scotland.
Eligible Scottish community organisations can access support to develop, build, and own renewable energy generation projects.
Is the Community Energy Growth Fund right for you?
This fund is designed for communities that are ready to develop or deliver a renewable energy project. You may be in the right place if:
- Your organisation is a non-profit distributing Scottish charity or company and is eligible for CARES funding.
- You have identified a community energy opportunity or project idea.
- You have identified a potential sites or locations for the project.
- You are seeking support to assess feasibility, develop or construct the project.
How to apply
Click here to apply on their website.
Closing date: Monday 14 September 2026
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