Ofgem Strategic Innovation Fund Discovery C6

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Ongoing

Funding

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Location

England

Applications

Rolling (always open)

Overview

You can apply for a share of up to £30 million for collaborative discovery projects. This funding comes from the Ofgem Strategic Innovation Fund. The money is for projects that meet specific innovation challenges in the energy sector. You must work with other organisations on your project. The funding excludes VAT. This is the sixth cycle of the programme. Applications appear to be on a rolling basis. You need to check the specific innovation challenges before applying.

Eligibility

Key requirements:

  • Must be collaborative project
  • Must meet specific innovation challenges
Who is this for?

This grant is for organisations working in the energy sector who want to collaborate on innovation projects. You must be able to work with other organisations as partnerships are required. The grant is only available in England.

Regions

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Organisations can apply for a share of up to £30 million exclusive of VAT, for collaborative Discovery Phase Projects that meet the Innovation Challenges. This funding is from the Ofgem Strategic Innovation Fund.

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Last updated: 19 June 2026