Economic and community development Charities That specialise in Energy
Discover 96 Economic and community development charities that specialise in energy. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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The Cefn Croes Wind Farm Community Trust
Economic and community developmentThe trustees shall hold the capital and income of the charity upon trust to apply the same in the area of benefit for the benefit of such one or more charitable institutions or such charitable purposes as the trustees shall in their absolute discretion think fit
South East Wales Energy Agency
Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Environment, Social welfareProvision of free and impartial advice on energy efficiency and renewable energy to the public, small businesses, community groups and local authorities. The provision of grants and management of projects aimed at reducing energy consumption and relieving fuel poverty.
The Converging World
Economic and community development, Environment, Social welfareWe are a charity that promotes sustainable development, conservation of the environment and poverty alleviation. We support our activities through donations and programme related investment in renewable energy. The charity has invested in 12.9MW of wind energy in India. We use the surplus income from these investments to support social and environmental initiatives both in the UK and overseas.
Al-Radwa Charity
Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Social welfareThe objects of the CIO is to work towards improving the quality of life for those suffering from poverty, some of which have resulted from wars. The objective of the charity is to raise funds to assist with providing necessary education, shelter, clothing, food and also providing access to water sources and electricity for those living in poverty.
The Institution Of Power Engineers
Economic and community developmentTo advance the knowledge of all methods and technologies for the production of power for electricity generation, mechanical drive, energy storage and other uses, including their design, development, application, manufacture, installation, commissioning, operation and maintenance, and promotion of the exchange of information and ideas on these subjects amongst members of the Charity and others.
George Watson Memorial Hall
Arts, Economic and community development, Facilities, Social welfareContinued to let Hall for social events, dancing classes, etc, which realised ?12,095. Expenditure amounted to ?49,458. Main areas of expenditure were improvements to the Hall, electricity and gas.
Ellingham Community Trust
Economic and community development, Housing, Social welfareTo disburse community funds received from Wandylaw Wind Farm within Ellingham Parish, Northumberland. Funding is used improve communications through broadband and transport. These are both aspects to do with preventing isolation and rural poverty. The other areas of very high priority from a local survey were sustainability with renewable energies and improving the thermal comfort of homes.
Sustainability Development
Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Environment, Health, Social welfare, SocietyTo advance health and well-being by promoting healthy eating and a healthy lifestyle, relief poverty, advance education, protect the environment through the promotion of renewable energy, recycling and sustainable development. The promotion of racial and religious harmony, The advancement of citizenship and community development by promotion of volunteering
Nann-K Trust
Economic and community development, Environment, HeritageWe are a charity that supports work to end the impact of desertification in the Sahel Region of Africa. We support the sustainable use of natural resources including renewable energy and low impact farming. We help local communities restore their land including through planting trees and natural regeneration.
The Fuellers Charitable Trust Fund
Economic and community development, EnvironmentThe support of education and research in the fields of gas, electricity, nucleur and renewable energy technology and conservation and to award prizes to recognized educational authorites.
The Mwezi Foundation
Economic and community development, EducationThe Mwezi Foundation provides access to solar lighting to those living without access to mains electricity. In particular we donate solar lights to schools who provide them to their pupils to allow them to study outside of school hours, thereby improving educational opportunities.
The Renewable Energy Foundation
Charitable activities, Economic and community development, EnvironmentTo advance the education of the public in subjects related to sustainable development and the protection, enhancement and rehabilitation of the environment.
Bath & West Low Carbon Community Fund CIO
Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Environment, Social welfareTHE FUND DISTRIBUTES GRANTS TO LOCAL COMMUNITY PROJECTS SEEKING TO REDUCE CARBON EMISSIONS OR TACKLE FUEL POVERTY IN THE DEFINED AREAS. APPLICATIONS FROM PROJECTS IN THE VICINITY OF BATH & WEST COMMUNITY ENERGY (BWCE) PROJECTS ARE PARTICULARLY WELCOME. BWCE DONATES ITS SURPLUS PROFITS TO THE FUND, GENERATED FROM THE DEVELOPMENT OF ITS COMMUNITY OWNED RENEWABLE ENERGY PROJECTS.
The Craft Bakers Benevolent And Education Fund
Economic and community development, Social welfareTo assist former Craft Bakers Association members and/or their dependants by way of quarterly grants and/or assistance with gas, electricity, telephone, decorating, etc.To help provide equipment.To support Education within the association and its members by way of sponsorship and financial assistance by way of events, educational tools to benefit members and students in bakery education.
Chelveston Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund Trust
Economic and community developmentThe trust was set up to distribute funds from the Chelveston Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund to eligible bodies or organisations within the four parishes in which the Wind Farm site lies - Chelveston-cum-Caldecott, Dean & Shelton, Hargrave, and Melchbourne & Yelden
Tumaini Jipya - New Hope
Economic and community development, EducationWorking to provide basic needs to rural Tanzania. At present we are working on getting clean, fresh water to 14,000 people in the Masai area of Tanzania. These people deserve to access basic needs we take for granted. We also support the local primary school in Lengijave at present and have managed to install electricity into part of the school across a gorge and glaze windows.
The Westmill Sustainable Trust
Economic and community developmentPromotion of sustainable energy and energy efficiency, especially in the region of Shrivenham and Watchfield, through events, grants and guided tours of Westmill Wind Farm and Solar Park.
Global Teacher
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, EducationGlobal Teacher provides offline and off-grid classroom technology to underserved schools and communities without access to internet or electricity. This enables more children and young people to access digital educational materials that will enhance their learning and empower their lives.
William Medley's Charity
Charitable activities, Economic and community developmentTHE CHARITY OPERATES TO PROVIDE GRANTS TO THE NEEDY OF THE PARISH BY THE ISSUE OF DOLE PAYMENTS TOWARDS, ELECTRICITY, GAS OR COAL. IT ALSO PROVIDES EDUCATIONAL GRANTS TO STUDENTS
Kelmarsh Windfarm Community Benefit
Economic and community developmentThe purpose of the CIO is to support voluntary and community organisations near to the Kelmarsh Wind Farm. Near to the Kelmarsh Windfarm shall be defined as Clipston, Haselbech, Kelmarsh, Naseby and other villages to a lesser extent; provided that organisations operating in the Parishes of Clipston, Haselbech, Kelmarsh and Naseby will be supported with a priority treatment.
Llanidloes Energy Solutions LTD
Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Environment, Social welfareTo advance public education about energy efficiency and renewable energy; conserve the environment for public benefit through promoting energy saving and the use of renewable energy; relieve poverty through the efficient utilisation of energy; and to conduct research and development relating to the utilisation of energy conservation practices and renewable energy technologies, for public benefit
Helios Renewable Energy Foundation
Economic and community development, EnvironmentThe Heritage Electric Trains Trust
Economic and community development, HeritageRestoration of heritage trains powered by electricity for display and operation at public heritage railways sites.
Little Acorns
Charitable activities, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Social care, Social welfareWe are currently focusing our charitable efforts supporting education and poverty relief in Cambodia.This includes providing grants to support the day to day running costs or care centers / orphanages including assisting with the purchase of food, firewood, electricity, medicine and hygiene supplies etc.We undertake fundraising events and secure donations through private & corporate donors.
Beechwood Hall And Rural Park
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Environment, Facilities, LeisureDeveloping and efficiently managing the hall and grounds for the benefit of residents of Hamsey parish, with particular emphasis on meeting the needs of children, young people, older and more vulnerable people. Initiating and responding to ideas which practically support social, arts, cultural and physical activities. Promoting the use of sustainable and renewable energy and materials.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many energy economic and community development charities are there in the UK?
There are 96 registered energy economic and community development charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the energy economic and community development charities by income?
Lloyd's Register Foundation is the largest by latest reported annual income (£691.7m). Notable peers are listed on this page; the full ranking is available by sorting the results by highest income.
What is the combined annual income of energy economic and community development charities?
Energy economic and community development charities reported a combined annual income of £9.9bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for energy economic and community development charities?
Across all energy economic and community development charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 79.4%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of energy economic and community development charities?
Energy economic and community development charities have an average annual income of £963k. The distribution is heavily skewed: a small number of large charities account for most sector income, while the majority report under £100k a year.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are sourced from the Charity Commission for England and Wales public register, refreshed weekly. Derived metrics (program ratio, efficiency) are calculated by Charity Finder using the formulas documented on the data sources page.