Public buildings

The Architectural Heritage Fund has announced a £5 million fund to help communities across England to rescue and repurpose neglected historic buildings such as theatres, department stores and former banks. Grants up to £100,000 (Minimum 10% match funding required); Capital Works up to £350,000 (Minimum 20% match required).

Carbon Trust: Industry-leading businesses and public sector support.

Energy Performance Contracting: A procurement and delivery mechanism for public bodies for energy efficiency and local energy generation projects.

Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme: Aimed at taking a ‘whole building’ approach to heat decarbonisation, combining heat decarbonisation with energy efficiency measures.