Green Heat Network Fund: Driving Low Carbon Heat Networks (UK)

About this grant

The Green Heat Network Fund (GHNF) is a UK government capital grant programme supporting the construction, retrofitting, and expansion of low-carbon heat networks in England. Launched in 2022 with £288 million in initial funding, it provides grant-only support to public, …

What the funding covers

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How to apply

1. 1Step 1: Identify Project Type by determining whether the proposal involves new low-carbon heat network construction or retrofitting/expansion of an existing heat network
2. 2Step 2: Check Eligibility by ensuring the organisation meets all GHNF (Green Heat Network Fund) eligibility criteria and requirements
3. 3Step 3: Prepare Proposal including a detailed project description and objectives, expected carbon savings, full budget and capital cost breakdown, and supply chain and procurement strategy
4. 4Step 4: Submit Application via the official GHNF portal during an active funding round, ensuring all required information is complete
5. 5Step 5: Funding Decision where approved projects receive grant-only funding disbursed in line with agreed project milestones
6. 6Step 6: Implementation and Reporting requiring ongoing reporting on carbon savings, network utilisation rates, and any operational changes throughout the project lifecycle

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