Access the funding you need with the latest grants

Grants offer an excellent way to acquire the funding you need to grow and innovate as a business.

There are a variety of business grants available, and our specialists can offer support to access the complex world of grant funding.

The team offer a unique approach which could combine R&D tax credit claims with grant funding support to maximise the investment in, and benefits to, your business.

If you are interested in accessing any of the grants advertised, it is vital you contact our team asap.

Grant applications can take time to prepare and some of the funding streams can be awarded on a first come first served basis.

We are partnering with specialist grant funding advisers, GrowthViser, who will contact you to discuss your application in more detail.

Environmental Improvements and Energy Efficiency Grants:

Industry: Farming, Forestry, Landowners

Eligible Expenditure: This scheme aims to provide grants to farmers and land managers in Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, National Parks, and the Broads.

Grant Rate: Up to 75%

Grant Value: TBC

Deadline for Applications: 31/03/2025

Here are examples of eligible expenditures:

  • Support nature recovery
  • Mitigate the impacts of climate change
  • Promote sustainable farm businesses

Business Equipment & Technology Grant:

Industry: Manufacturing Business

Eligible Expenditure: This grant supports technology projects, including equipment and specialist advice.

Grant Rate: 50%

Grant Value: Up to £20,000

Deadline for Applications: 31/7/24

Examples of eligible expenditure, include:

  • CNC machines
  • Ordering software
  • Specialist printing equipment
  • Laser cutting equipment
  • 3D printers
  • CRM software
  • Purchasing software
  • Computers
  • Automated manufacturing equipment

Green Technology, Equipment and Consultancy:

Industry: All

Eligible Expenditure: This category focuses on energy-efficient and carbon-reduction equipment and consultancy.

Grant Rate:

  • 70% (up to £14,000 spent)
  • 100% (up to £3,000 spent)

Deadline for Applications: 31/8/24

Examples of eligible expenditure, include:

  • Renewable energy technology (e.g., solar panels, solar thermal, and associated electrical battery or heat storage)
  • Improvements to building thermal fabric (additional insulation, window upgrades)
  • The transition from fossil-fuelled to electrical heating and fixed equipment
  • Energy efficiency upgrades for lighting and electrical systems
  • Building energy control enhancements
  • Upgrades to electrical infrastructure and metering (including EV charge points or solar PV panels)
  • Equipment for resource consumption reduction
  • Equipment for waste reduction
  • Accreditations
  • Research and development.

Abattoir Fund

Industry: Farming / Manufacturing

Eligible Expenditure: The grant supports improvements in productivity, animal health and welfare, value addition to primary products, and encourages innovation through new technologies.

Grant Rate: 40%

Grant Value: Up to £60,000

Deadline for Applications: 31/07/24

Examples of eligible expenditure, include:

  • Business equipment
  • Software
  • Automation equipment and consultancy

Environmental Improvement Grants

Industry: Farming / Landowners, occupiers, tenants

Eligible Expenditure: The grant supports capital expenditure aimed at enhancing the environment.

Grant Rate: Up to 75%

Grant Value: Up to £300,000

Deadline for Applications: 31/7/24

Examples of eligible expenditure, include:

  • Increasing Biodiversity: Initiatives that promote a diverse range of plant and animal species.
  • Improving Habitat: Efforts to enhance natural habitats for wildlife.
  • Expanding Woodland Areas: Projects that contribute to the growth and preservation of wooded spaces.
  • Improving Water Quality: Measures to enhance the purity and health of water bodies.
    • Improving Air Quality: Actions that lead to cleaner air and reduced pollution.
    • Improving Natural Flood Management: Strategies to manage floods using natural processes.

 

Here to help you open the door to grant funding

Our team have years of experience helping businesses access the funding that they require and can support your application by providing the vital information and guidance you require.

If you are interested in any of the grants outlined above, please send your initial enquiry as soon as possible.

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