Hutt City Council - Low Carbon Acceleration Fund

Simple application

Hutt City Council

Funds projects that reduce emissions for legal entities in Lower Hutt.

wellington

Upcoming rounds

Mouri Ora Fund

Open now

28 days left

Opens

1 Jul 2026

Closes

31 Jul 2026

Grant Range

$40,000

What they fund

reduce emissions

Who can apply

businessclubtrustlegal entity

What they won't fund

Displacement of one fossil fuel by anotherTransitional technologiesResearch and development of non-commercially available technologiesInstallation of insulation or heaters in private homesProjects already receiving funding from another public investment 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

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