Energy Redress Scheme – Funding charities across England, Scotland & Wales

Real funding. Real change.

Ofgem’s Energy Redress Scheme funds projects that make a difference for energy consumers in vulnerable situations and a cleaner energy future. So far we’ve awarded over £246 million, reaching over a million households.

If you’re a charity or community organisation ready to deliver meaningful change – this is your opportunity.

Explore the funding

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£246 million awarded.
Over a million households supported.

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Funding awarded
since 2018

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Projects awarded
funding

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Households directly
supported

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Next funding round opens – register now

The Energy Redress Scheme funds projects that benefit energy consumers – supporting people in vulnerable, marginalised or disadvantaged circumstances, and driving innovation in decarbonisation for those who need it most. Explore our funded projects and case studies.

Is your organisation eligible?

The scheme is open to registered charities and community benefit organisations. Grants start at £20,000 and can cover 100% of project costs. Register now to be ready for the next round.

Who can apply

Registered charities, housing associations with exempt charity status and community benefit organisations across England, Scotland and Wales

Grant size

From £20,000. Up to 100% of project costs – no match funding required

What we fund

Projects supporting energy consumers in vulnerable situations and innovative decarbonisation for those who need it most

How to apply

Latest announcements

Scheme updates

Energy Saving Trust confirmed to continue running Energy Redress Scheme, with £30 million now available to support vulnerable households

Funding announcements

£30m in Ofgem Energy Redress funding now available for charities and community energy groups

Grantee awards

£7.3 million awarded to 29 organisations across Great Britain to support vulnerable households to lower their energy bills and reduce carbon emissions through Ofgem Energy Redress Scheme

News and updates

Explore the scheme

About

All you need to know about the Energy Redress Scheme

Our priorities

Supporting projects that deliver a cleaner and more equitable energy future

Funded projects

Browse funded projects and the organisations delivering change

Our impact

Discover the impact we’ve had so far

Ready to apply?
We’ll help you get there.

Significant funding is available and we’re committed to helping organisations put forward their strongest application. Start with our guidance documents, sharpen your approach with our webinars, and see what’s possible in our case studies.

Funding rounds open quarterly. Register your organisation now so you’re ready when the next round opens.

Ofgem’s Energy Redress Scheme