Climate Action Plan and Sustainability
Energy Efficiency Grant - available via Green Economy - for Businesses including early years providers.
The Energy Efficiency Grant, available through Green Economy, offers eligible businesses, including early years providers, support to invest in low-carbon technologies such as LED lighting, insulation, and energy-efficient heating systems.
Real Impact in the Early Years Sector
Yellow Door Day Nursery recently took advantage of this support and achieved incredible results. By replacing the existing gas boiler with electric heat pumps, they cut their energy bills by an estimated £1,200 per year, reduced carbon emissions, and created a more comfortable environment for staff and children.
Read the full Yellow Door Nursery case study: Green Economy | Tameside nursery makes annual savings on energy bills with heat pumps
What’s included:
- Independent site visit and tailored energy efficiency report
- Recommendations for carbon-saving improvements
- Access to matched funding (subject to eligibility)
- Support throughout the grant application process
Alignment with National Climate Goals
This framework supports the Department for Education’s goal that “by 2025, all education settings will have nominated a sustainability lead and put in place a climate action plan.” The grant provides practical support to help you meet it. Whether starting your sustainability journey or enhancing a plan in progress, the grant can help you deliver real carbon reduction and cost savings within a formal climate strategy Sustainability leadership and climate action plans in education - GOV.UK.
To learn more or express interest, visit the Green Economy grant page: Green Economy | Energy efficiency grants.