The third round of ECCAF is now open; Last date for applications is
Sunday 21 June 2026.
Key ECCAF funding areas
Applications for funding should cover one of the following categories:
- carbon emission reduction - education
- energy – reduce consumption and installation of low carbon or renewable forms of energy
- water – reduce water consumption
- waste – minimise waste, reduce, reuse and recycle
- biodiversity – increase biodiversity and wildlife in the borough
- active travel – promote cycle, walking, and public transport
Previously funded projects
Find out more about projects from previous rounds of funding:
Eligibility criteria
- Non-profit organisations or groups based in Elmbridge primarily focused on serving the residents of Elmbridge can apply. The organisation structures can include:
- charities
- sustainability focus community groups
- community organisations
- schools
- faith groups
- sports clubs/centres
- village halls
- Scouts/Girl Guides
- Applications must be received from the delivery organisation.
- Organisations must already be established and have a bank account in place under their name, as funds will be released into the bank account upon project completion should an applicant be successful in receiving funding.
- Applications must seek to create a new project that will reduce carbon emissions through at least one category of energy, water, waste, biodiversity or active travel.
- Other considerations - education, wellbeing, community involvement, and potential for long-term positive change.
Type of projects funded
The ECCAF grant can fund projects that create positive tangible outcomes focused on reducing carbon emissions.
You can apply for up to £5,000 toward your project.
Applications can be made for full or part funding of a project.
How to apply
The third round of ECCAF is now open to applications.
Applications can be made via the online ECCAF Application Form – you will first be asked to register by providing your name and email address, this will allow you to save and come back to your form without losing your progress if you opt not to complete it in one go.
If you have any issues or would like more information please contact climatechange@elmbridge.gov.uk
Guidance, terms and conditions are available here: