New funding available for community groups to reverse climate change in Horsham

Funding is being made available for brand new projects in Horsham which aim to tackle climate change.
Community groups in Horsham can apply for funding to help tackle climate change in Horsham. Picture: Jasmin MartinCommunity groups in Horsham can apply for funding to help tackle climate change in Horsham. Picture: Jasmin Martin
Community groups in Horsham can apply for funding to help tackle climate change in Horsham. Picture: Jasmin Martin

Horsham District Council’s community climate fund is being offered to community groups showing they are adapting to changes to the climate, reducing the use of core resources such as energy and water, and encouraging the minimisation of waste.

Groups can apply to receive one of the three levels of funds available by the end of October.

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Cllr Philip Circus, cabinet member of the environment, waste and recycling, said: “I am delighted that we are able to make these vital funds available to spread awareness and embed action on climate change at a local level.

“As a council we have committed to work towards becoming carbon neutral as an organisation, and this funding gives everyone the opportunity to make a difference by reducing damage to our local environment.

“We look forward to receiving your applications.”

The fund will enable voluntary and community groups – as well as parish and neighbourhood councils – to work on projects to reduce carbon levels and improve our environment.

Fund applications can be related to any of the following themes: Energy – such as reducing consumption and increasing the use of renewable forms of energy; water – such as reducing consumption and reducing the threats from flooding; waste minimisation – reducing waste and reusing and recycling resources, for example using composting bins; biodiversity – increasing wildlife, such as the creation of pocket parks and community orchards; and sustainable transport – such as encouraging cycling and walking.

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The funds must be used for new projects which will last beyond the funding provided by the council, and include a commitment to inform the wider community about the project and encourage others to take action.

The levels of funds available include up to £1,000, up to £2,500 (which requires more information from the applicant) and up to £5,000 (which requires match funding from the applicant). There are certain criteria that must be met to receive funding.

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