MP encourages energy entrepreneurs to apply for funding

Orkney MP Alistair Carmichael is encouraging energy entrepreneurs in the county to apply for a share of the latest Government funding.

The Department of Energy and Climate Change has announced a further £19 million of funding for innovative ideas and products in energy efficiency, storage and low carbon generation.

Mr Carmichael said: “Today the energy minister Ed Davey has said he wants to see Britain’s brightest and best SMEs applying for this new round of funding. Here in the Northern Isles we have a wealth of innovation for renewable energy in just such companies. This funding could help get some of those new ideas off the ground and into the market place while creating new green jobs.

“This fund is offering up to £1 million for projects in both the public and private sector, particularly small and medium sized enterprises. It is an opportunity that if grasped will help provide incubation support for some of the great ideas that are out there, something that could be vital to start ups and smaller firms.”

Those interested in applying should click here for guidance and application information.