About the fund
The purpose of Dorset Community Energy (DCE) is to fight climate change, increase generation of renewable energy across Dorset and benefit the local community.
The community benefit of DCE is primarily the financial and carbon savings made by the installations, however DCE also allocates a fund each year to community projects which support its purpose.
The Community Fund will grow over the 20-year project life, and in 2024 stands at £10,000.
The fund is managed by the Wessex Reinvestment Trust – minutes of recent meetings are available here:
- 12 May 2024 Wessex Reinvestment Trustee meeting minutes
- 12 Dec 2023 Wessex Reinvestment Trustee meeting minutes
When is fund next open?
The fund is open continuously. Applications are considered in April and October each year.
Who can apply?
The community fund is open to support projects that aim to reduce carbon emissions and / or address fuel poverty in the Dorset and BCP area with grants up to £1500. In the past we have supported: community energy projects; food and fuel poverty initiatives; energy efficiency measures; resilience projects; green weeks; recycling groups; upskilling projects and more.
How do I apply?
Read the Community Fund criteria
Complete the Community Fund Application Form and return to lucy@dorsetcommunityenergy.org.uk .