Essential Energy Community Projects Grants Now Open

Applications are now open for the Essential Grants program, which helps suppport communities to build a sustainable future through programs, projects and events.

The program from Essential Energy has grants of up to $15,000 for community projects that provide a positive social and environmental impact across regional, rural and remote NSW.

Examples could include creating community gardens, assisting with solar and battery installations on community buildings, implementing a waste reduction program, or funding workshops that help communities improve energy efficiency and electrification in homes and businesses.

Essential Energy Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, Annie Pearson says the program aims to spark change by supporting communities to make a difference and provide a positive social impact.

“Our goal is to provide meaningful investment into communities and surrounding areas. It only takes one idea to create something truly incredible that has a longlasting impact in your community,” Annie says. 

The grants are open to not-for-profit organisations across the Essential Energy network area that deliver benefits to local communities.

Applications opened earlier this week on the 3rd of February and will close Monday the 31st of March.

For more information or to apply for a grant, please visit the Essential Grants page at https://www.essentialenergy.com.au/essentialgrants

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