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Charities and community energy groups can now apply for funding to deliver energy-related projects that benefit people in England, Scotland or Wales.

The Ofgem Energy Redress Scheme has opened a new funding...

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The Energy Resilience Fund is a £5 million fund aimed at supporting charities to reduce their energy usage and bills by installing energy-saving or energy-generation measures.

Charities and social enteprises can apply to a new fund...

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National Maintenance Week 2024 is a reminder that good building maintenance can play a crucial role in making your buildings more energy-efficient and sustainable.

This year's National Maintenance Week runs from 11 - 17 November...

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The Salvation Army's charity shops win awards for environmental sustainability and Outstanding Retailer of the Year.

The Salvation Army's trading company has won the Charity Retail...

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The National Lottery Community Fund launches a £5m grant programme to make community buildings in Northern Ireland more energy efficient

The National Lottery Community Fund has launched a £5 million...

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A new campaign aims to persuade charities to withdraw their investments from businesses involved in fossil fuel extraction.

The National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO) has launched a...

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Changes being introduced under the Charities Act 2022 aim to simplify the rules for charity land disposals.

The Charities Act 2022 includes a new set of provisions...

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The Arts Council opens a new round of its capital investment programme designed to help non-profits adapt buildings to a changing environment.

The second round of the Arts Council England capital investment...

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Organisations can apply for up to £250,000 to purchase or lease an asset and pay for its refurbishment.

Voluntary and community groups are being invited to bid for...

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Royal Trinity Hospice has published a detailed plan for improving the sustainability of its charity shops and retail operations.

Royal Trinity Hospice has published a detailed plan for making...

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A new manifesto sets out how ensure outdoor lighting at night is responsible and does not waste energy and create light pollution.

The Responsible Outdoor Lighting at Night (ROLAN) Manifesto for Lighting...

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Finding new uses for old buildings could help avoid generating the carbon emissions related to demolition and new construction.

Historic England has released its Heritage at Risk Register for 2022...