EMphasis3 CO2 Reductions (EMphasis3) is an ERDF-funded SME support project. It combines the expertise and experience of the University of Portsmouth – lead partner, the University of Winchester and the cleantech cluster, Greentech South.

The EMphasis3 project is supporting the shift towards a low carbon economy in the Enterprise M3 LEP region and is delivering a 2,000-tonne reduction in CO2 emissions.

Many small and medium sized businesses are reluctant to install energy-saving kits due to the cost and confusing array of solutions. To combat this, the EMphasis3 programme offers SMEs a free energy efficiency audit – delivered by GEP Environmental – and energy efficiency grants.

In addition, the project offers innovation support and funding for R&D projects, to help SMEs commercialise their low carbon products, technologies and services.

The experienced EMphasis3 project team works closely with SMEs to support and encourage them to take action.

Grants are available at up to 36% of total eligible costs and are paid once the work is done and paid for.

Match funding is key! Loans, investments, personal savings, company reserves and other UK grants can be used. However, please note your time can’t be included as match funding.

SMEs can access:

• Free energy efficiency audits

• Research and Development grant funding: grants are funded at 36% for projects up to £25,000

To join the EMphasis3 project, please SUBMIT your EXPRESSION OF INTEREST here.