The Net Zero Innovation Portfolio (NZIP) stands as a beacon of progress, offering vital funding for low carbon technologies and systems. With a commitment to ending the UK’s contribution to climate change, NZIP emerges as a £1 billion fund, a crucial component of the Ten Point Plan for a Green Industrial Revolution. This visionary initiative is dedicated to accelerating the commercialisation of low-carbon technologies, systems, and business models in critical sectors such as power, buildings, and industry.
Objectives:
- Decrease the costs of decarbonisation.
- Propel the UK towards a low carbon future.
- Foster the creation of world-leading industries and green jobs.
- Invest in regions across the nation.
- Establish the UK as a science and innovation superpower.
Focused on 10 Priority Areas:
- Future offshore wind
- Nuclear advanced modular reactors (supported through the aligned Advanced Nuclear Fund)
- Energy storage and flexibility
- Bioenergy
- Hydrogen
- Homes
- Direct air capture and greenhouse gas removal (GGR)
- Advanced carbon capture, usage and storage (CCUS)
- Industrial fuel switching
- Disruptive technologies
Eligibility Criteria for NZIP:
To be eligible for the NZIP, businesses must meet specific criteria:
- Be tax compliant with a valid Tax Clearance Certificate.
- Carry on a Case I trade or Case II profession (including charities and approved sporting bodies).
- Register with BEIS or Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.
- Present a clear business problem or idea requiring external expertise and resources.
- Showcase the potential to increase sales, employment, or exports.
- Be compliant with the European Union State Aid Temporary Crisis Framework and Transition.
Grant Details:
The value of the grant is determined by the project’s type, size, location, and the level of employment created or maintained. NZIP covers up to 70% of eligible costs for studies and up to 50% of eligible costs for deployment projects. The maximum grant amount per project is £14 million for studies and £40 million for deployment projects.
How to Apply for NZIP:
Businesses looking to pioneer a sustainable tomorrow through NZIP need to provide the following documents:
- Tax Clearance Certificate
- Completed application form and declaration
- Project plan and budget
- Quotations for capital expenditure items
Embark on a transformative journey with the Net Zero Innovation Portfolio and contribute to the realisation of a sustainable and resilient future.
Note: All information is subject to the specific guidelines and requirements outlined by NZIP and the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.
For more information see: https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/net-zero-innovation-portfolio
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