The Partnerships Workstream provides funding of up to £60,000 to help bring together universities, industry, policymakers and communities to tackle Net Zero challenges. Whether through engagement activities, public dialogue or strategic collaboration, these schemes are designed to unlock new partnerships, influence decision-making and accelerate the delivery of place-based solutions that create lasting regional impact.
Partnerships
Impact through Engagements
Purpose: Bring the right organisations together to unlock Net Zero delivery at scale
Core Focus:
- Funds engagement activities that bring together key delivery partners to overcome barriers to Net Zero implementation, investment and adoption.
Key Features:
- Focus on place‑based impact aligned with regional clean growth priorities
- Anchors delivery with industry, civic partners, catapults, and communities to build regional capacity and readiness
- Supports engagement with industry, public sector, civic and delivery organisations.
- Generates actionable outcomes, delivery plans and implementation pathways.
- Awards up to £60,000 over 12 months.
Public Engagement Fund
Purpose: Supports meaningful two-way engagement with communities and stakeholders to improve decision-making, build trust and strengthen public confidence in Net Zero delivery
Core Focus:
- Understanding public/community perspectives, priorities and concerns around low carbon technologies and their implementation.
- Building legitimacy, trust and support for low-carbon transitions.
Key Features:
- Supports community dialogue, co-design activities, policy labs and stakeholder engagement.
- Generates insights that improve readiness, inclusion and delivery confidence.
- Informing policy, infrastructure and investment decisions through engagement.
- Awards up to £30,000 over 6 months.
Ready to Apply?
Step 1: Register on our NNZA platform
Step 2: Download the guidance and governance documents for your chosen funding opportunity
Step 3: Complete the Expression of Interest (EOI) form
Step 4: If invited to apply, use the application form guide to complete the full web based application
Engage with us!
We welcome ideas for new projects and partnerships with business, charities, NGOs, policymakers and communities.