Energy Efficiency Capital Grant Northern Ireland (EECG)
The Energy Efficiency Capital Grant (EECG) can help Northern Ireland businesses reduce energy costs and build resilience through efficiency. It offers grant support to buy and install energy efficient equipment that reduces energy and carbon emissions. The project is funded by the UK government.
What support is available?
Grants of up to £150,000 are available to help businesses buy and install energy efficient equipment. The rate of support covers the total eligible project costs and is based on company size:
- Large - maximum of 30%
- Medium - maximum of 40%
- Small & Micro - maximum of 50%
Examples of projects that will be considered for the grant include:
- Heating and cooling equipment
- Onsite renewable generation
Is my business eligible?
Businesses must be:
- a registered company based in Northern Ireland
- trading for at least TWO years
- implementing the project at premises which are registered for business rates with Land and Property Services
- the owner of these premises, or have a rental agreement that exceeds the payback period of your project
Is my project eligible?
Eligible projects must:
- have a total eligible spend of at least £4,000
- demonstrate energy and carbon emission savings, these figures vary depending on the type of project
- achieve a payback of between 1 and 8 years. A higher payback may be allowed but these projects will require a higher level of energy and carbon savings.
More information
For more information contact KPH. Full details and application forms are available at the
Invest NI website