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Aberdeen City Council, in partnership with Scarf, is continuing its support for local businesses with the newly named Aberdeen Energy Efficiency Programme – building on the success of the previous Energy Pilot Scheme.
Eligible small and medium enterprises (SMEs), sole traders and third-sector organisations in Aberdeen can apply for a non-repayable grant of up to £10,000 to cover up to 50% of the cost of energy-saving improvements.
The Aberdeen Energy Efficiency Programme is funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. It offers non-repayable grants of up to £10,000 to eligible SMEs. These grants will cover up to 50% of the total project cost, providing businesses with the financial support needed to undertake energy-saving upgrades.
The scheme aims to help local businesses reduce their energy bills, lower their carbon footprint, and improve their overall sustainability, all while supporting their progress toward net zero goals.
The grant must be spent by 31st March 2026.
Cuts your energy consumption
Drives long-term bill savings
Helps your business or organisation operate more sustainably
You must be:
An SME, sole trader, partnership, limited company, or third sector organisation
Based in the Aberdeen City Council area
Trading for at least 6 months
Paying non-domestic rates
Operating from premises with at least 2 years left on your lease or ownership agreement
This scheme excludes:
📉 Covers:
Up to 50% of total project cost
💷 Grant size:
Up to £10,000
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💡 Match funding:
Own capital or compatible grants
📅 Spend deadline:
31st March 2026
Before applying, please read the Guidance in full. To apply for the Aberdeen Energy Efficiency Programme, please:
Please follow the link to access the application form here.
If you have any questions, please contact Scarf by emailing energypilot@scarf.org.uk.
Applications will be accepted until 23rd November 2025, or until funding has been fully allocated.
All complete applications received will be assessed by Scarf and verified against the eligibility criteria. Incomplete applications may not be reviewed.
Successful applicants will be informed by an offer letter from Aberdeen City Council. All decisions will be made at the discretion of Scarf and Aberdeen City Council and are subject to the availability of funds.
Grant agreements and grant payments to successful businesses will be issued by Aberdeen City Council.
The applicant may appeal an unsuccessful application up to 4 weeks after notification by submitting a written request to appeal to energypilot@scarf.org.uk
Additional Support
If you have any questions about the application form, guidance or eligibility, please contact energypilot@scarf.org.uk. Energy advisors from Scarf are available to provide expert advice and guidance on potential energy-saving measures and can assist in developing your project proposal.
Applications open: 23rd May 2025
Deadline to apply: 23rd November 2025 (or earlier if funding is fully allocated)
All work must be completed by: 31st March 2026
