€5m SSE Airtricity Generation Green Community Fund Inviting Applications
SSE Airtricity has opened its €5 million all-island Community Fund for applications. The initiative aims to empower local communities across the island of Ireland to implement meaningful green projects that contribute to the transition to net zero.
The SSE Airtricity Generation Green Community Fund is part of SSE Airtricity’s commitment to customers and the communities it serves by supporting community led sustainability projects and education for a sustainable future. The fund recently closed a successful consultation phase which generated over 600 submissions from individuals and organisations across Ireland, providing key insights on the types of sustainable initiatives that will deliver most value for communities.
By providing financial assistance to both urban and rural initiatives, SSE Airtricity aims to kick-start and support community driven projects that focus on environmental education, sustainability, and climate action. The fund is particularly aimed at fostering local leadership and promoting social equity, ensuring that all communities, regardless of their size or location, can contribute to Ireland’s sustainable future.
Speaking at the launch of the SSE Airtricity Generation Green Community Fund, Jack Chambers T.D., Minister for Finance said: “We all have a responsibility in delivering Ireland’s sustainable future and social impact funds like SSE Airtricity’s €5m Generation Green Community Fund will make a real difference in supporting communities and organisations in their local endeavours.
Applying to the Generation Green Community Fund
Applications are now invited from local community groups, not for profit organisations, social enterprises and local authorities across the island of Ireland. The funding round is open for applications until 10 January 2025 and will be administered in line with four UN Sustainable Development Goals, across two distinct strands: Education for a Sustainable Future and Community-Led Sustainability Projects. Sustainability initiatives eligible for funding will include:
- STEM and Climate Education
- Green Curriculum and Schools Funding
- Youth Engagement and Innovation
- Community Education and Engagement
- Green Skills and Employability Programmes
- Climate Resilience Planning
- Sustainable Infrastructure Development
- Community Environmental Programmes
- Circular Economy and Waste Reduction Initiatives
- Eco-Friendly Travel Initiatives.
Applications for the SSE Airtricity Generation Green Community Fund are now open.
The funding round is open for applications until January 10, 2025 and will be administered in line with four UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), across two strands: education for a sustainable future and community led sustainability projects.