£1,000
Minimum Grant
Qualifying projects may receive grant support from £1,000.
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Small and medium-sized businesses may be able to access funding for practical energy-saving improvements.
The Low Carbon Workspaces programme supports eligible businesses that want to reduce energy costs, lower carbon emissions and improve the efficiency of their premises.
If you run a small or medium-sized business in Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Berkshire, Hertfordshire, Milton Keynes or Northamptonshire, you may be eligible for support.
Through the government-backed Low Carbon Workspaces programme, qualifying businesses can apply for grants of between £1,000 and £5,000.
The grant can cover up to 45% of the cost of eligible energy-efficiency improvements.
The programme is intended for eligible small and medium-sized businesses operating within the supported regions.
Qualifying projects may receive grant support from £1,000.
Eligible businesses may receive up to £5,000 in support.
The scheme may cover up to 45% of qualifying improvement costs.
A range of improvements may qualify where they support lower energy use and reduced carbon emissions.
Upgrade ageing commercial heating equipment with a more efficient system.
Replace suitable traditional heating systems with low-carbon heating technology.
Generate renewable electricity and reduce reliance on grid-supplied energy.
Reduce avoidable heat loss and improve the efficiency of the building fabric.
Replace older lighting with lower-energy LED systems.
Additional eligible technologies may be considered under the scheme.
As an approved installer for the Low Carbon Workspaces scheme, NCS supports businesses that want to become more sustainable.
Our team can assess your energy usage and identify suitable improvements for your premises, priorities and budget.
Recommendations can include potential energy savings and the measures most likely to deliver practical benefits.
We aim to make the process clear and straightforward from the first review through to final installation.
A clear process helps businesses understand the available options before committing to an improvement.
We discuss your premises, energy use and improvement priorities.
Suitable energy-saving measures are identified and reviewed.
Eligible improvements and potential grant support are considered.
Approved improvements are installed and completed to a high standard.
Energy-efficient improvements can deliver financial, operational and environmental benefits.
Lower energy consumption can reduce bills while supporting lower greenhouse-gas emissions.
Visible investment in sustainability can strengthen your reputation with customers, employees and stakeholders.
Better lighting, heating and insulation can create a more comfortable and productive workspace.
Modern technology can reduce wasted energy and support more efficient business operations.
A clear commitment to sustainability can create pride and stronger employee engagement.
Carefully selected improvements can reduce operating costs over the life of the equipment.
Eligible businesses may be located within the following supported regions.
Eligible projects may receive between £1,000 and £5,000, covering up to 45% of qualifying costs.
The scheme is aimed at eligible small and medium-sized businesses within the supported regions.
Eligible measures may include Air Source Heat Pumps, Solar PV and other carbon-reduction technologies.
Roof insulation, wall insulation and LED lighting upgrades may be eligible measures.
From initial assessment and recommendations through to funding guidance and professional installation, NCS supports businesses that want to reduce costs, improve efficiency and lower carbon emissions.
Grant eligibility, supported regions, eligible technologies, funding levels and application requirements are subject to the current Low Carbon Workspaces programme rules. Funding cannot be guaranteed until the application has been assessed and approved by the scheme administrator.
With the Low Carbon Workspaces scheme, you can access grants to help you make energy-efficient upgrades to your business. By doing so, you can reduce your energy usage and save money on your energy bills, while also reducing your carbon footprint and helping to protect the environment.
In today's world, businesses are under increasing pressure to showcase their dedication to sustainability. By participating in the Low Carbon Workspaces scheme, you can clearly demonstrate your environmental commitment to your customers, employees, and stakeholders.
Making energy-efficient upgrades to your business can also help to improve the working environment for your employees. From better lighting to improved insulation, these upgrades can create a more comfortable and productive workspace that can help to boost staff morale and engagement.
By investing in new energy-efficient technologies and processes, businesses can drive innovation and productivity. By reducing energy waste and focusing on core operations, businesses can find new ways to operate more efficiently and save money in the process.
Participating in the Low Carbon Workspaces scheme can help to boost staff morale and engagement. By showing your commitment to sustainability, you can create a sense of pride among your employees and foster a more positive and engaged workplace culture.
Start your journey towards a more sustainable future today and join the growing number of businesses that are taking action to reduce their carbon footprint, save on their energy bills, and protect the environment. If your business meets the criteria of the Low Carbon Workspaces scheme, or if you’d like some assistance in checking whether you are eligible for a grant, fill out our simple form below and one of our expert advisors will be in touch.
To be eligible for a Low Carbon Workspaces grant, your business must:
Please note, the following organisations are not eligible for a grant: social welfare institutions like hospitals, nursing homes, fire stations, sports facilities, parks, and public facilities such as libraries; school-age educational establishments including non-state schools; child-minding facilities; organisations involved in primary production, processing, and marketing of agricultural products including fishery and aquaculture; coal, steel, shipbuilding, and synthetic fibre industries; banking and insurance companies; and franchises.
See if you could qualify using our simple online application form.