Projects
We’re working with a host of partners, charities and organisations to help us to invest the VCMA funding on the projects where it will have greatest impact, and fully understand the needs of customers in vulnerable circumstances, in order to ensure they are supported in using energy in a safe and efficient way.
Projects must meet strict eligibility criteria in order to qualify, focus on vulnerability and CO safety that go beyond activities currently funded through our regulatory price control mechanisms, or our licence obligations.
All are tailored to the specific needs of our communities and align with our Vulnerability Strategy, which we created with the support and insight of stakeholders and third sector organisations, to ensure the most effective delivery.
Update – 19 April 2024:
We have now committed around 90% of our overall VCMA funding, supporting 116 projects throughout our region. From Friday 19 April we have temporarily paused new applications for funding while we consider our future direction and review how to allocate our remaining funding allowance.
This decision will not impact any existing live projects where contracts are already in place, and we’ll continue to consider any proposals submitted before 19 April and be in touch with applicants directly.
If you have any questions please contact the Social Strategy team at vcma@northerngas.co.uk