Hutt City Council - Low Carbon Acceleration Fund
Simple applicationHutt City Council
Funds projects that reduce emissions for legal entities in Lower Hutt.
Upcoming rounds
Creative Communities Scheme (Round 2)
Open now1 Apr 2026
30 Apr 2026
Community Climate Action Fund
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1 Jun 2026
Low Carbon Acceleration Fund
Opens in 1 day1 May 2026
1 Jun 2026
Resilient Communities Fund
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1 Jun 2026
Fund Open 1 May - 1 June 2026
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1 Jun 2026
The fund supports community-led initiatives that reduce carbon emissions and community engagement projects that incorporate sustainability practices.
Mouri Ora Fund
Opens in 62 days1 Jul 2026
31 Jul 2026
Grant Range
$40,000
What they fund
Who can apply
What they won't fund
What they care about
The fund aims to accelerate progress towards the citywide emissions reduction goal of a 50% emissions reduction by 2030 and net zero by 2050.
Common mistakes to avoid
Projects involving the displacement of one fossil fuel by another, or those focused on transitional technologies, are not funded. Also, projects involving the installation of insulation or heaters in private homes are not eligible.
What makes a strong application
Successful applicants have proposed projects that reduce emissions permanently within Te Awa Kairangi ki Tai Lower Hutt and involve a legal entity providing 50% of the funding.
Application structure
About the Project
Describe the project that reduces emissions.
Eligibility Criteria
Ensure the project meets all eligibility criteria including being a legal entity, proposing a Lower Hutt-based project, and providing 50% of the funding.
Required documents
- • Project proposal
- • Budget breakdown