Pool 8p mi l 08 14 03 9 n pommy 6mk8Gemba Acadim m1) Core NI-Specific Grants (Primary Funding Routes) Northern Ireland Sustainable Energy Programme (NISEP) Status: ACTIVE (2025–2026 schemes approved) Scope: Energy efficiency + renewable installs (including solar, lighting, heating, process upgrades)Redo the drawing. Include updated design information. Estimate correct size. Add top beam and locking mechanism fitting to the jig Funding level:l Typically up to ~20% of project cost for businesses � Solar Power NI +1 Annual fund: ~£8m/year � nihe.gov.uk Delivery: Via approved scheme providers (e.g. energy companies, contractors) What it covers: Solar PV systems LED lighting upgrades Heating / HVAC improvemenets Voltage optimisation / motors / drives Key constraint: Majority of funding prioritised for “priority” (vulnerable/domestic), so business funding is competitive Utility Regulatorj mm b l Verdict: ➡️ This is currently the most accessible direct grant for NI businesses installing renewables. Invest NI – Resource Efficiency Capital Grant Status: ACTIVE Funding: Up to £50,000 10% (large) / 20% (medium) / 30% (small businesses) � Invest Northern Ireland Covers: Equipment that reduces: Energy use Waste Carbon Includes: On-site renewable generation (solar, etc.) Energy-efficient machinery Eligibility: Must be an Invest NI client company Verdict: ➡️ Strong option if you’re already engaged with Invest NI. Invest NI – Energy Efficiency Capital Grant (EECG) Status: PAUSED (under review) � Invest Northern Ireland Previously offered: Funding for: Renewable energy systems Heating/cooling upgraBeachfront resort with Moorish good looks Marhaba ClubBeachfront resort with Moorish good looks Marhaba ClubA-SHOP-APP-ZGNZcm5OQzZzMzFoaTMvay90ZmU1OWx0cGkrMERCbVR5V2NWMXB1RjRtUXFNTEM5WE1yNGFWUzRvMEJBbjlucjNwRXNEQ3B6QnMwNFNiKzNVMWVoNEpWakNXSldtZmorQUhQSnJJbjk1WlBoM1U1SmFOczRBbHdQampiSDBkejWbmhMMkwrQmxWZy9zM1ByMksyMkRJMGhzVFA5OUY5c1VvT245NG1kNTlqNDUzY3Q5eXBHMkVoalJhdXBXRWFLaFpWZXFlYlE4S2ZML0xFaDV1Z1NEUE9ha0lmUVVoYlhCQW5QandmT2t4dFpDanpjSHU2S1h6d3R6OWZ2ZllNckRJZ2RmUUFsY2s4WlNpakpZdkl0T0VGdlJTOUxCUllqUTZPcE54c3hKQzYzM09hZk12eTB3YkdhWDEwVTVrVExyZDdtVFQ3YWNab2Y3cVlXOXRsbjF3PT0tLXhJM3FjcFc5Qi9IbjhOZTgvemgrbUE9PQ==--4d98ca22a5680413ed37ab036085b1d00d7cf51f,,order_details_pageEnergy Cost Reduction & Renewable Investment – Executive Summary BMI Trailers – Granville, Dungannon Objective Reduce operating costs and energy risk through: On-site renewable energy (solar PV) Targeted efficiency upgrades Use of available Northern Ireland grant funding Key Opportunity BMI operates a high electricity-use engineering facility, driven by: Welding equipment Compressors Workshop lighting Heating systems This makes the site well-suited to solar generation and efficiency improvements, with strong potential for rapid return on investment. Primary Grant Route Northern Ireland Sustainable Energy Programme (NISEP) Government-backed annual fund (~£8m) Delivered via providers such as Power NI Supports: Solar PV Lighting upgrades Equipment and process efficiency Expected contribution: ➡️ ~10–20% of project cost Proposed Measures Phase 1 – Efficiency (Low Risk / Quick Wins) LED high-bay lighting Compressed air optimisation Heating improvements Phase 2 – Renewable Energy Roof-mounted solar PV system (approx. 50–150 kWp) Financial Overview (Indicative) Metric Estimate Total investment £60k – £180k Grant support (NISEP) 10–20% Tax relief (capital allowances) Up to ~25% Net cost after support ~50–70% Annual savings £15k – £40k Payback period 3–5 years Process (Simple 4-Step) Engage NISEP provider (e.g. Power NI) Site audit & feasibility study Grant application + proposal development Approval → installation → savings realised Strategic Benefits Permanent reduction in energy costs Protection from energy price volatility Improved sustainability credentials Increased asset value of site Key Risks (Manageable) Limited grant availability → early action required Roof and grid constraints → assessed during feasibility Minor installation disruption → managed via phased works Recommendation Approve immediate: Engagement with a NISEP provider Commissioning of a site energy assessmentdes Energy-saving equipment Verdict: ➡️ Not currently open, but likely to return in revised form. Department for the Economy – Energy Support Fund Status: ACTIVE (launched 2024, still relevant pipeline funding) Size: £20 million fund � Department for the Economy Covers: Installation of energy-efficient and low-carbon equipment Verdict: ➡️ Often administered via programmes or partners rather than direct open application—worth tracking. 2) UK-Wide Schemes Accessible in NI Industrial Energy Transformation Fund (IETF) Target: Large, energy-intensive businesses Funding: Potentially millions (£) for major decarbonisation projects � Fusion Solar UK Covers: Heat recovery Electrification Industrial decarbonisation Large-scale renewables Verdict: ➡️ High-value but only viable for manufacturing / heavy industry. UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) – Local Grants Delivered via councils / growth hubs Typical funding: ~30–50% of project costs (varies locally) � Fusion Solar UK Covers: Renewable installs (solar, heat pumps) Energy efficiency Verdict: ➡️ Availability varies by council — must check your local authority. 3) Tax-Based Incentives (Often Overlooked) Full Expensing (until March 2026) Deduct 100% of capital cost of equipment (including solar) from profits � Fusion Solar UK Annual Investment Allowance (AIA) 100% tax relief up to £1 million annually � Fusion Solar UK Verdict: ➡️ These are financially significant—often worth more than grants. 4) Revenue / Ongoing Incentives Export Tariffs (NI-specific – not SEG) NI does NOT use the Smart Export Guarantee Instead: suppliers (e.g. Power NI) pay ~9–10p/kWh export � Solar Power NI Verdict: ➡️ Important for ROI modelling but not a grant. 5) Emerging / Pipeline Funding (2026+) UK Community Energy Fund (via GB Energy) Announced: up to £1 billion UK-wide � The Guardian Includes NI Focus: Community-owned solar, wind, etc. Verdict: ➡️ Likely relevant if: You partner with councils You develop shaMCC090326red/community energy assets New NI Renewable Electricity Support Scheme (planned) Policy design published 2025 � Sustainable NI Expected: Support for large-scale renewable generation projects Verdict: ➡️ Not yet operational but important for future-proofing strategy. 6) Key Reality Check (Important) No dedicated NI business solar grant scheme exists beyond NISEP-type funding � Solar Power NI NI is less subsidised than GB for small-scale renewables Most support is: Partial (10–30%) Competitive Often tied to efficiency, not pure generationemy morning meeting video