07-05-2025
Community groups in Gloucestershire invited to bid for green grants
Community groups in Gloucestershire invited to bid for green grants
The first round of funding included supporting organisations to grow enough vegetables for 800 meals, the installation of a large in-vessel composter, as well as a cycle shelter ten solar panels and thermal imaging cameras (Image: Pixabay)
COMMUNITY groups in Gloucestershire are invited to apply for funding to tackle the climate crisis.
Gloucestershire County Council is offering £50,000 in grants to help reduce carbon emissions and the impacts of climate change.
The Community Climate Change Fund has already awarded more than £98,000 to 24 projects since January 2024.
The money has been used to improve local facilities, make buildings warmer and reduce costs for community spaces.
The first round of funding supported organisations to grow enough vegetables for 800 meals, engage with 30 businesses on rail travel, support 15 new volunteers, run eight training sessions for young people, offer training for parish councillors, installation of a large in-vessel composter, as well as a cycle shelter, ten solar panels, thermal imaging cameras and LED lightbulbs.
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For more information on the Community Climate Change Fund and for details on how to apply, visit
Colin Chick, executive director of economy, environment, and infrastructure, said: "I am delighted that this fund will be offering grants to help tackle the climate crisis for the third time.
"This round of funding will mean the council has provided more than £100,000 to community projects."