Social Enterprise Net Zero Transition Fund
Posted on 29 November 2021 by Christie McAlpine in Funding
Social Enterprise Scotland, in partnership with Zero Waste Scotland, has launched the Social Enterprise Net Zero Transition Fund, designed to support social enterprises and the wider third sector to make the transition to carbon net zero.
The purpose of the fund is to support the social sector organisations (SSO) in their journey to become carbon neutral, and to develop the circular economy. They are particularly interested in supporting activities that will reduce carbon footprint.
The fund provides loans from £10,000. SSO’s who have a particular circular economy focus or are proposing specific projects with a focus on re-use, repair and leasing/sharing models, may also be eligible for a small grant award.
Examples of eligible activities are below. Please note this is not an exhaustive list:
- Reducing energy consumption
- Improving energy efficiency
- Developing or moving to renewable energy sources
- Transitioning to sustainable transport options
- Scaling local food production and supply
- Minimising or re-purposing food waste
- Developing circular economy products, services, processes and practices.
To apply, complete an Expression of Interest form and return via email to hello@socialinvestmentscotland.com