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SEAI (Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland)

SEAI EXEED Grant Scheme

Funds major business energy investments across Ireland through tailored capital support and development guidance.

The SEAI EXEED Grant Scheme provides a range of supports enabling large organisations to decarbonise and save energy. Get grant support up to €3 million or 40% per project. EXEED offers training and mentorship, a design and feasibility grant, a capital investment grant, and EXEED certification. EXEED — which stands for Excellence in Energy Efficient Design — is part of SEAI's suite of business ene…

Business capital investment in energy efficiency or renewable energy. Eligible projects include new/upgraded manufacturing processes, major renovation/energy upgrades of existing buildings, and new buildings such as offices and hotels.

CycleiHow often this grant runs - e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Rolling
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.Rolling
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.-
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.-
Award typeiThe form of funding - grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.-

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