CYMRAEG search COVID-19 (Coronavirus) For details on service changes visit our Coronavirus information and advice page. SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT FUND (SDF) COMMUNITY CLIMATE CHANGE Home / About the National Park Authority / Sustainable Development Fund (SDF) SHARE THIS WHAT IS THE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT FUND? The Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority’s Sustainable Development Fund is a fund supporting community projects in and around the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. In June 2020 the National Park Authority Committee took the decision to change the focus of the Fund. The Fund will now support community led projects that contribute towards a reduction in carbon and help respond to the climate emergency. WHAT IS THE AIM OF THE FUND? Our aim is to reduce local carbon emissions in our environment and to respond to the climate emergency. WHAT DO YOU FUND? We are looking to fund projects that can deliver one of three specific carbon reduction projects listed below. There is also a fourth option for community led project ideas that reduce carbon and can demonstrate how they help to mitigate the climate emergency. APPLICANTS CAN APPLY FOR PROJECTS TO DELIVER THE FOLLOWING: a. Install renewable energy generation facilities to a community building i.e. solar panels b. An initiative to promote reduction in carbon emissions in transport i.e. installing an electric charging point for bikes or cars or by supporting access to non-individual travel c. Install a community facility that minimises waste, i.e. water fountain d. Any other community-based carbon reduction initiative. WHO CAN APPLY? You are eligible to apply if your organisation is one of the following (priority will be given to local groups and organisations): voluntary or community organisation registered charity constituted group or club not-for-profit company or Community Interest Company social enterprise statutory body (including town, parish and community council). WE CANNOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM: individuals sole traders companies that are aimed at generating profits primarily for private distribution organisations based outside Pembrokeshire. WHAT CAN WE SPEND THE MONEY ON? We can fund the following capital and revenue expenditure: a. Installing renewable energy generation facilities to a community building i.e. solar panels b. An initiative to promote reduction in carbon emissions in transport i.e. installing an electric charging point for bikes or cars or by supporting access to non-individual travel c. Install a community facility that minimises waste, i.e. water fountain d. Any other community-based carbon reduction initiative. WHEN SHOULD OUR PROJECT BE COMPLETED BY? We are looking for most projects to be delivered between a 6 to 18 month period. IS THERE A MATCH FUNDING REQUIREMENT? Yes, ideally we are looking for a community contribution of between 20% – 50% that can be offered as cash or in kind. HOW MUCH MONEY IS AVAILABLE? In the 2020/21 financial year, the Sustainable Development Fund has a total of £150,000 available to fund projects in Pembrokeshire that support carbon reduction and help respond to the climate emergency. HOW MUCH CAN WE APPLY FOR? We do not have a minimum or maximum amount that you can apply for, but envisage that funded projects will be between £5,000 to £25,000. If your project is more or less than this, please get in touch. DO I NEED TO SUPPLY QUOTES? Yes you will need to attach evidence of one quotation under £10,000, two quotes for items £10,001 – £24,999 and open procurement for items over £25,000. HOW TO MAKE AN APPLICATION? First complete the online eligibility checklist to confirm you are eligible. If you are eligible, complete the online application form/download the application form from our website. Applications can be made in Welsh or English. Check the website for the latest deadlines. Be sure to get your application in on time! The next deadline is 12 noon on 10 September 2021. Email your application along with your annual accounts, a recent bank statement and your governing document/constitution, to sdf@pembrokeshirecoast.org.uk. HOW LONG WILL WE HAVE TO WAIT FOR A DECISION? We will acknowledge your application by email. We expect to make a decision on your project within three months, but in most cases it will be sooner. DO YOU HAVE DEADLINES? Yes there will be two deadlines each year. Please check the website for the latest deadlines. CAN MY ORGANISATION HAVE MORE THAN ONE GRANT AT A TIME? Organisations can reapply if they have completed a previous Sustainable Development Fund project and can demonstrate that the work has been completed and post project evaluation submitted. In exceptional circumstances we may consider an additional grant, please email sdf@pembrokeshirecoast.org.uk to discuss in the first instance. NEXT DEADLINE FOR SUBMITTED APPLICATIONS 12 noon on 6 December 2021 HOW TO APPLY APPLY ONLINE DOWNLOAD ELIGIBILITY QUESTIONNAIRE DOWNLOAD SDF APPLICATION FORM DOWNLOAD MORE ABOUT THE SDF FUND PRIVACY NOTICE FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT FUND (SDF) GRANT APPLICANTS The privacy notice below describes how we will treat the personal information you provide to us during the Sustainable Development Grant application p... READ MORE ON PRIVACY NOTICE FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT FUND (SDF) GRANT APPLICANTS SDF APPLICATION FORM Fill in the application form to apply for funding from the Sustainable Development Fund. Please read the guidance notes to help you answer the questio... READ MORE ON SDF APPLICATION FORM SDF PROJECTS Summary details of the projects supported by the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority's Sustainable Development Fund (SDF). READ MORE ON SDF PROJECTS HOW TO APPLY Applying for the Sustainable Development Fund is straightforward, with help and advice readily available either on this website and/or by contacting u... READ MORE ON HOW TO APPLY SDF CASE STUDIES Have a look at these SDF case studies to find out more about how the SDF really works in practice with local organisations committed to bringing susta... READ MORE ON SDF CASE STUDIES SDF CASE STUDIES The Sustainable Development Fund (SDF) has supported more than 200 projects since 2000 Find out more about how the Sustainable Development Fund works in practice with local organisations committed to bringing sustainability to the National Park. These pages may also help you to decide whether you would like to apply for SDF funding you READ MORE ON SDF CASE STUDIES CEMAES HEAD HIMALAYAN BALSAM ERADICATION PROJECT Tremendous support, a lot of hard work and community participation has made massive inroads into eradicating the invasive plant species Himalayan bals... READ MORE ON CEMAES HEAD HIMALAYAN BALSAM ERADICATION PROJECT EDUCATION PROJECT EXAMPLES Educating children and young people about their environment, the wildlife it supports and how, through our actions, we can help to protect it is vital... READ MORE ON EDUCATION PROJECT EXAMPLES AFFORDABLE SOLAR HOMES £47,000 of SDF funding helped Western Solar Ltd to design and construct this working prototype of an affordable eco-home. READ MORE ON AFFORDABLE SOLAR HOMES RAMSEY POWER PROJECT A renewable energy system greatly improved everyday life on Ramsey Island in the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. READ MORE ON RAMSEY POWER PROJECT PEMBROKESHIRE MENCAP STACKPOLE GARDENS A visit to the wonderfully peaceful Stackpole Walled Gardens reveals an abundance of healthy fruit and vegetable plants, beautiful wildflowers, a secr... READ MORE ON PEMBROKESHIRE MENCAP STACKPOLE GARDENS GET IN TOUCH Contact us and register your details to get the latest updates on what's happening in the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. CONTACT US National Park Office Llanion Park Pembroke Dock Pembrokeshire, SA72 6DY Tel: 01646 624800 Email: info@pembrokeshirecoast.org.uk VISITING Plan your visit Access for All Carew Castle and Tidal Mill Castell Henllys Iron Age Village Oriel y Parc Gallery and Visitor Centre QUICK LINKS About the National Park Authority About the National Park Planning Contact Us News Jobs Accessibility Statement Privacy Policy Terms & Conditions Cookie Policy Sitemap © 2021 Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. 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