Ofgem Strategic Innovation Fund round 5 discovery C6

Innovate UK
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 round 5. 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 for discovery phase work, which means early-stage research and development. You need to show how your project addresses energy innovation challenges. The deadline and full eligibility details are not specified.

Eligibility

Key requirements:

  • Must be collaborative project
  • Must meet Innovation Challenges
  • Discovery phase projects only
Who is this for?

This grant is for organisations working on energy sector innovation challenges. You must collaborate with other organisations on your project. The specific eligibility requirements are not detailed in the available information.

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 round 5 challenges. This funding is from the Ofgem Strategic Innovation Fund.

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Last updated: 13 June 2026