Ofgem Strategic Innovation Fund: Round 5 Challenges - Discovery, autumn 2026

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Funding

Contact funder

Location

England

Applications

Open until 21 October 2026

Overview

This fund offers a share of up to £30 million for collaborative Discovery Phase projects. Projects must meet specific Innovation Challenges set by Ofgem. The funding comes from the Ofgem Strategic Innovation Fund. The deadline to apply is 21 October 2026.

Eligibility

Who can apply:

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Key requirements:

  • Project must be collaborative
  • Project must meet Ofgem Innovation Challenges
Who is this for?

This is for organisations in England working on collaborative innovation projects in the energy sector. Your project must address one of the Ofgem Innovation Challenges. Eligibility criteria are not fully specified, so check with Innovate UK Business Connect before applying.

Regions

No published award history for Innovate UK Business Connect. Some funders do not publish their grants data.

Full details from Innovate UK Business Connect

Organisations can apply for a share of up to £30 million exclusive of VAT, for collaborative Discovery Phase Projects that meet the Round 5 challenges. This funding is from the Ofgem Strategic Innovation Fund.

How to apply

Apply through Innovate UK Business Connect. Your project must be collaborative and meet the Ofgem Innovation Challenges. Check the Innovate UK Business Connect website for full application details.

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Last updated: 27 September 2026