What is the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme?
The Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme (PSDS) is a funding initiative that supports public sector bodies in achieving their sustainability goals. PSDS supports the aim of reducing emissions from public sector buildings by 75% by 2037. The funding is delivered through grants and can be instrumental in promoting a greener, more sustainable future by utilising heat decarbonisation and energy efficiency measures.
Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme Guidance
In February 2024, the Government released details for Phase 4 funding, which will see £1.17 billion funding allocated for public sector decarbonisation: £670 million in 2025/26, £300m in 2026/27 and £200m in 2027/28. The window for applications to Phase 3C of the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme is opening very soon (Autumn 2023). We want to help you prepare ahead of this deadline, inevitably optimising your chances of a successful application.
These are some of the types of projects you can access the funding for:
- Installation, operation and maintenance of low carbon heat technology such as Air Source, Water Source and Ground Source Heat Pumps or geothermal technology
- Implementing Energy Conservation Measures to reduce consumption, such as lighting and insulation
- Updating Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems to minimise unnecessary energy usage
- Installing an energy management system such as Hubgrade to have greater control over your organisation’s consumption
- We can support you in taking a holistic approach to implementing Energy Conservation Measures across your organisation, considering the needs of different buildings and sites
