We know that communities need support to get to net zero - that’s why we’re backing energy initiatives that make a real impact, and are helping to build a greener, more sustainable today and tomorrow.
Energy for Tomorrow offers grant funding, tools and support to innovative energy projects that can drive a greener, fairer future. Whether you need £20,000 to install an EV charging point or £100,000 to fund a transformative energy tool.
Our South West campaign is now closed for applications and our new campaign in the South East will open for applications in Spring 2025.
What we're offering
We’ll work closely with you and your team and will make commercial introductions where appropriate
We’ll monitor, report and advise on social impact and KPI performance for the duration of the partnership
If your performance exceeds expectations, we will discuss the provision of additional funding. Note: enterprises that miss targets could have their funding reduced or withdrawn
We have an extensive network of Centrica employees and experts who can offer mentoring and support on a wide range of subjects, from marketing to operations
Projects we've supported
We’ve been building our portfolio since 2015 - supporting a huge range of projects across the UK. Meet some of our past grant awardees:
Atherton Cricket Club
From installing solar panels to help offset the cost of electricity to supporting their decarbonisation journey as they go fully electric, Energy for Tomorrow is helping Atherton Cricket Club to deliver on their mission to create a warm, safe and inclusive environment for everyone within their community.
NCRC
With the support of Energy for Tomorrow, the NCRC has been able to launch the ‘Shaping Sustainable Futures’ programme aimed at inspiring and supporting the young people they work with, helping them to develop a range of skills and learn about employment opportunities within the energy sector and supporting the NCRC’s move toward net zero.
Flutter Shutter
In 2020, Energy for Tomorrow awarded a grant to Flutter Shutter to continue developing its innovative thermal plantation shutter, designed to help homes save energy, especially those in the social housing market.
BRAG Enterprises
With the support of the Energy for Tomorrow grant BRAG Enterprises were able to make their three community sites more energy-efficient spaces, acting as examples to the wider community on what can be achieved and becoming a carbon-neutral organisation, as well as supporting their communities with energy and employability advice.
Energy Sparks
Funding from Energy for Tomorrow will allow Energy Sparks to support 65 schools across Scotland to equip more children and young people with the knowledge, skills, and tools to take measurable action in their school and the wider community to reduce carbon emissions.
Cornwall L.E.M.
In 2018, Energy for Tomorrow awarded a grant to the Cornwall Local Energy Market trial which has created a blueprint for a smarter and flexible energy system by testing how homes and businesses can generate, store and trade their renewable energy. The project installed solar generation and/or storage units, as well as the very latest smart technologies, in 100 homes.
Eligibility
Energy For Tomorrow is seeking projects, initiatives and ideas that can accelerate the energy transition.
We want to support those who have a clear social mission; a viable and feasible idea; and can demonstrate one or more of the following:
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You’re a charity, CIC, registered community group, not-for-profit or for-profit company in the South West of England that can demonstrate a positive environmental and social impact
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You’re developing innovative energy solution that can reduce carbon emissions by transforming how communities manage their energy usage
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You have an idea for an energy solution/project that is financially viable and will have a positive impact on your community and beyond
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You’re working with individuals in the community to help them better understand their energy usage and how it impacts the environment – encouraging them to make changes for a more sustainable future
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You’re encouraging collaboration within communities to deliver energy projects that have a far-reaching, lasting impact
Our history
Over the past eight years, we've been helping communities on their journey to net zero. We’ve backed non profits, charities and social enterprises from Scotland to Cornwall, giving them the tools and funding they need to make a lasting impact in their area.
Whether that’s providing energy advice to residents in Fife (BRAG Enterprises) or making social housing more energy efficient in Liverpool (Flutter Shutter), we’re committed to building more inclusive and sustainable communities across the country.
Express your interest in Energy for Tomorrow
Whatever your idea, if you’re someone who wants to make impactful change in your community, or provide people with the tools they need to learn and support others, we want to hear from you.
Our impact
In 2011, British Gas installed solar panels onto the roofs of 268 schools, allowing them to reduce their energy bills by using the electricity they generate.
The revenue generated from this energy is used to award grants to projects that will help to tackle climate change and positively benefit communities.
14,366 tonnes of CO2
To date, the school's portfolio has saved 14,366 tonnes of CO2, with £8,112,307 in savings generated.
37 projects
37 projects or organisations in our portfolio.
£4.6 million
Over £4.6 million awarded over the past 8 years.
More about us
Energy for Tomorrow is helping to build more inclusive and sustainable communities through innovation, support and funding.
It was established with a mission to help tackle climate change and now empowers communities and social entrepreneurs who have initiatives that can deliver affordable, accessible and sustainable energy solutions for all.
If you want to know more, please contact us by emailing: eft@centrica.com
Energy for Tomorrow, and our application criteria, support Centrica’s People & Planet Plan, and its commitment to create a more inclusive and sustainable future for communities, our planet and each other.
Submit your idea
Got an idea? Express your interest here
Whatever your idea, if you’re someone who wants to make impactful change in your community, or provide people with the tools they need to learn and support others, we want to hear from you.
