Climate change is one of the biggest challenges facing us today. Evidence shows that average global temperature is increasing, which in turn is leading to rises in sea levels along with increased incidences of extreme weather systems. However, if action is taken now we will be able to mitigate the detrimental effects climate change is having not only on a global level but also here in Scotland.
There are many things we can do as individuals to reduce our impact on climate change but if we act together as communities we can do even more.
The Climate Challenge Fund is here to help communities make a real difference by significantly reducing carbon emissions. There is no set grant and no minimum level of award but a £1,000,000 maximum has been set.
For more information on how to apply, please contact the fund administrator:
| Email: | ccf@ksbscotland.org.uk |
| Telephone: | 01786 471333 |
Or visit www.infoscotland.com/climatechallengefund for the expression of interest form, as well as guidance on what types of projects are eligible to apply.
Community Support
The Climate Challenge Fund is being supported by an alliance of partners from key organisations and networks throughout Scotland, who bring expertise and experience of community-level interventions. The Sustainable Development Commission Scotland (SDC) is coordinating the work of this alliance. The alliance has three roles:
- to develop a shared sense of purpose amongst national stakeholder bodies in supporting the purpose and delivery of the Climate Challenge Fund
- to provide a network where communities and stakeholders and businesses) can exchange good practice and learning
- to support Government work on evaluation of actions by CCF communities in tackling climate change.
For more information on the CCF alliance please visit www.CCFalliance.org.uk.