Energy Entrepreneurs Fund phase 9

Supporting development of technologies, products and processes for energy efficiency, power generation, heat generation and energy storage

The Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS) has launched phase 9 of the Energy Entrepreneurs Fund (EEF9) supporting the development of technologies, products and processes to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and security of supply.

The competitive funding scheme supports the development and demonstration of state of the art technologies, products and processes in the areas of energy efficiency, power generation, heat generation, energy storage, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and security of supply.

The scheme seeks the best ideas, irrespective of source, in these areas from the public and private sector. In particular, it aims to assist small and medium-sized enterprises, including start-ups.

Successful applicants will receive Acceleration Support alongside their grant to help them progress towards commercialisation.

Up to £10 million in grant funding available is available in EEF9. Of this, £1 million has been allocated to projects based in Cornwall, to reflect the important part played by Cornwall in the 2021 G7 and aim to create a positive legacy.

Eligibility and how to apply

Projects must be at technology readiness level 3 – 8 to be eligible for the fund.

Find more details on eligibility and how to apply.

EEF9 will close to applications at 14:00 on 11 May 2022.

First published 28 March 2022