Reducing carbon emissions is essential to tackling climate change and protecting our communities for the future. The Council’s new Carbon Reduction Grants scheme provides funding to help local community groups take practical action.
Grants of up to £5,000 are available for projects with clear carbon reduction benefits, particularly those involving lasting improvements (such as equipment or infrastructure).
We are looking for simple, effective projects that lower carbon emissions—such as saving energy, using clean energy, planting trees, or helping people adopt more sustainable lifestyles. Projects should benefit the local community and contribute to healthier, greener neighbourhoods.
The scheme is now open to applications with a closing date of 11:59pm on Sunday 17 May 2026.
Further information along with an application form and the associated guidance notes can be found here: Carbon Reduction Grant 2026/27 - Hertsmere Borough Council.
View more information on Hertsmere’s Climate Change and Sustainability Strategy here: Climate change and the council - Hertsmere Borough Council.