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02 Oct 2024

PSDS Phase 4 grant applications – now open

PSDS Phase 4 grant applications – now open

A huge congratulations to all our customers who partnered with Zenergi and successfully secured a grant from the Low Carbon Skills Fund (LCSF). With your Heat Decarbonisation Plan now firmly in place, new grant opportunities are already on the horizon.

Phase 4 of the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme (PSDS) opened on 9 October, offering funding opportunities to successful LCSF applicants through to 25 November.

We’d love to continue making your application process streamlined and stress-free. Our team of grant application experts are on standby to help you manage this complex, time-consuming task. From cutting through the criteria to preparing a compelling application, we’re here to ensure your opportunities to secure funding are maximised.

Our proven track record to date:

£10 million

of grant funding secured in PSDS

£12 million+

of grant funding secured in LCSF

800

Heat Decarbonisation Plans delivered

15+

years of experience working with Salix

Get ready. Phase 4 PSDS funding applications are now open

Phase 4 of the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme (PSDS) is now offering funding opportunities. It offers grants to implement the carbon reduction measures identified in your Heat Decarbonisation Plan, such as new heating systems, building fabric improvements and renewable generation across your estate.

Acting on your Heat Decarbonisation Plan brings several benefits, including:

  • Reducing your energy costs
  • Lowering your carbon footprint
  • Providing comfortable and efficient learning environments
  • Creating sustainable, future-proof buildings
  • Accelerating your net zero plan

Get set. Kickstart your application process with a reputable expert

We’re ready to continue as your trusted grant application partner, from securing funding to delivering results. If you’re eligible to apply for PSDS funding, the time to act is now!

Navigating the complexities of calculating the necessary grant carbon cost for your application can be overwhelming, but our in-house team is well-versed in the scheme’s criteria.

We’re here to expertly guide you through the entire process, maximising your chances of a successful application that awards the funding needed to implement your Heat Decarbonisation Plan.

But our support doesn’t stop there. After securing your funding, our award-winning design and engineering team is ready to take your project to the next level. We offer a full range of services – from tendering and project management to the complete implementation of energy-saving measures. And, our consultancy fees are eligible for reimbursement through your grant, so you can rest assured knowing every aspect of your project is efficiently managed and maximised toward net zero success.

With Zenergi, you’re partnering with a net zero team that offers end-to-end solutions to accelerate your sustainability journey.

Go! Key dates for you to be aware of

The application window for Phase 4 of PSDS opened on 9 October and runs until 25 November, so don’t delay in getting in touch to ensure your application is ready.

Missed out on funding? Here’s what to do next

PSDS funding is only available to organisations with an up-to-date Heat Decarbonisation Plan. So if you’ve missed out on funding in previous rounds of the LCSF – or haven’t applied before – now is the time to prepare for upcoming opportunities (applications open in March/April 2025).

We can help you stay ahead and secure your place in the next phase. With 15+ years of experience working with Salix, we understand the complexities of government funding. We can also help create your Heat Decarbonisation Plan, ensuring you’re ready to act quickly in future PSDS rounds.

We recommend you talk to one of our experts as soon as possible, to ensure you’re prepared to leverage future opportunities.

Customer success stories

Don’t just take our word for it. Our customers have experienced transformational results by working with us to achieve their energy and sustainability goals. From securing significant funding to implementing comprehensive decarbonisation strategies, our expert team has helped organisations of all sizes reduce costs, improve efficiency and meet their carbon reduction targets.

Explore how Danes Educational Trust, Transport for Greater Manchester, First Federation Trust, Thinking Schools Academy Trust, and Alpha Trust have leveraged our expertise to drive meaningful change and more sustainable futures:

  • Danes Educational Trust: Leveraging funding to drive decarbonisation and energy efficiency. Read more
  • Transport for Greater Manchester: Fast-tracking decarbonisation and net zero targets. Read more
  • First Federation Trust: A holistic approach to energy saving, incorporating behavioural awareness training, compliance, and decarbonisation. Read more
  • Thinking Schools Academy Trust: A trust-wide programme of heat decarbonisation plans. Read more
  • Alpha Trust: Securing £402,000 of funding for energy and carbon reduction works. Read more

To learn more about PSDS Phase 4, visit Salix Finance Phase 4 Decarbonisation Scheme.

Explore your options

Whether you’re ready to get started on an application for PSDS, or are just beginning on your funding journey, we are here to help you succeed. If you need any support navigating the complexities of the grant applications process or require a Heat Decarbonisation Plan to ensure eligibility for future funding opportunities, we’re here to help you.

We provide expert grant application support on a no-win, no-fee basis. We'll handle everything, from gathering your energy data to performing calculations and submitting through the Salix portal.

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