Support for community groups
Local groups and communities know their areas best and are well placed to promote sustainable change at the local level. Given this, we work closely with several groups and networks and recommend the following resources:
Networks and Support
BVSC Environment and Energy Network
A network for climate change related community groups which meets monthly via teams. BVSC provide a useful breakdown of recent environmental policy and links to relevant consultations, whilst highlighting grant opportunities, hosting guest speakers, and providing an opportunity for networking between community groups.
A forum that meets quarterly to discuss environmental topics agreed by the WMCA and participants. Features a range of speakers from the WMCA, local groups, and businesses to discuss topic and produce actions. Meetings are online and in person and rotate through the WMCA regions.
Grants and Funding
Community Funding for Birmingham
A database of grant and funding opportunities for community groups provided by BVSC. Funding opportunities relevant to climate change causes are also highlight during BVSC's Environment and Energy monthly meetings.
An online portal where community projects can be funded by Birmingham City Council and NHS suppliers. Upload a project and see if a supplier can help realise it as part of their procurement application.
Energy Industry Voluntary Redress Scheme
Grants of £20,000 and above available to fund up to 100 per cent of the project cost and can cover revenue and capital measures. The funding is available for projects which can demonstrate “measurable and lasting reductions in the carbon intensity of energy end use and accelerate the transition to Net Zero CO2”. Available to Registered Charities, Community Interest Companies, Co-operative Societies and Community Benefit Societies.
Page last updated: 13 November 2024
